Acrylic is -

natural fibre of wool.

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synthetic fibre which has high resistance to shrinkage.

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first artificial fibre.

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natural fibre of silk.

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The correct option is B
synthetic fibre which has high resistance to shrinkage.

Acrylic is a synthetic fibre which was invented during the improvement of rayon. It is light weight, resistant to fading of colours due to sunlight, resistant to shrinkage and has good elasticity. Sweaters, shawls and blankets are usually made using acrylic fibres.

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