Question

Name 15 natural and synthetic fibres

Answer 1

Natural fiber-

• Natural fibers are the fibers that are received obviously from any natural sources such as plants, animals, etc.
• The examples of plant fiber are Abacá, Bagasse, Coir, Bamboo, Cotton, Fique, Pine, Flax (Linen), Hemp, Wood, Jute, Kapok, Sisal, Kenaf, Raffia, Ramie.
• Examples of Animal Fiber are Alpaca, Camel hair, Angora, Byssus, Mohair, Cashmere, Silk, Catgut, lama, Chiengora, Guanaco, Human hair, Mohair, Pashmina, Qiviut, Spider silk, Sinew, Wool.
• The example of mineral fiber is Asbestos

Synthetic fibers-

• Synthetic fibers are the fibers that are made up artificially or man-made.
• It is likewise referred to as artificial fibers
• Examples of synthetic fibers are Nylon, Polyester, Acrylic, Spandex, Olefin, Synthetic fur, leather-based and Suede, Neoprene, Polyester fleece, Microfiber, Acetate, Aramids, Terylene, Zylon, Vinalon, Vectran