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Synthetic Materials
Meaning
Materials derived from natural sources, obtained directly from nature without significant alteration or processing.
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Usage
Wood is used in furniture, construction, and paper products.
- Cotton is used in clothing, textiles, and home furnishings.
- Natural Leather is used in shoes, bags, and upholstery.
Process to Form
- Harvested from natural sources.
- Wood is obtained from trees through logging and milling.
- Cotton is harvested from cotton plants, processed, and spun into fibers.
- Natural leather is made from animal hides that are tanned to preserve and soften them.
Natural Materials
Meaning
Materials that are artificially created through chemical processes, often designed to mimic natural substances or serve specific purposes.
Examples
- Plastic (e.g., polyethylene, polypropylene)
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- Synthetic Rubber (e.g., neoprene)
Usage
- Plastic is used in packaging, containers, and toys.
- Nylon is commonly used in clothing, ropes, and carpets.
- Synthetic Rubber is used in tires and seals.
Process to Form
- Produced through chemical reactions, often involving petroleum or natural gas. For example, plastic is formed by polymerization of monomers.