Question

Differentiate between natural and synthetic fibres.

Answer 1

Definition.

1. Natural fibres are those fibres which are extracted from plants and animals. For example, wool , silk, cotton, jute.
2. Synthetic or artificial fibres are manufactured in industry by using chemicals. For example, polyester, nylon, terycot.

Difference between natural fibres and synthetic fibres

Natural fibres	Synthetic fibres
Fibres that are obtained from plants and animals are known as natural fibres.	Fibres that are manufactured in lab by using chemicals.
2. Natural fibres are elastic in nature	2. Artificial fibres are not much elastic
3. They are cheaper	3. They are costlier.
4. Examples, wool, cotton, jute, silk	4. Examples, polyester, nylon, terycot.