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Synthetic Fibres - Coggle Diagram
Synthetic Fibres
Polyester
Properties
1 - Polyester is resistant to the action of chemicals.
2 - Polyester absorbs very little water, so clothes dry quickly.
Uses
1 - Polyester is used for making lightweight sails.
2- Polyester is used for making fire hoses and conveyor belts.
Nylon
Properties
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Uses
1 - Nylon is used to make fishing nets, tents and parachutes.
2 - Nylon is used to make socks.
Acrylic
Properties
1 - Acrylic is resistant to moths and other insects.
2 - Acrylic is light, soft and warm with a wool-like feeling.
Uses
1 - Acrylic is used for making sweaters, shawls and blankets.
2 - Acrylic is used for furnishing fabrics and carpets
Spandex
Properties
1 - Spandex can be stretched repetitively and still recover original length
2 - Spandex have unusual elastic property..
Uses
1 - Spandex is used for making swimsuits and gloves.
2 - Spandex is mixed with cotton and polyester to make stretch fabrics
Rayon
Properties
1 - Rayon is soft, silky to touch and drapes well.
2 - Rayon wrinkles easily.
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