Question

Name three types of synthetic fibre. State property and use one of them.

Answer 1

• Polymer chemistry has contributed to clothing technology by providing man-made or synthetic fibre to replace natural polymers such as silk, wool, cotton, etc.
• Types of man-made or synthetic fibre are -

1. Rayon or artificial silk
2. Nylon
3. Polyester

Rayon

• The raw material for the production of rayon is pure cotton or wood cellulose.
• Rayon is sometimes called regenerated fibre because it is produced by modifying the natural fibre.
• It is not a truly artificial fibre, because its raw material is a natural fibre.
• It is included in man-made fibre or synthetic fibre.
• The filaments of rayon can be woven like any other natural fibres. They have the feel and texture of natural silk.