compare the properties of natural and synthetic fibres .which one is better and why?

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Following are the differences between natural and synthetic fibres.
Natural fibres Synthetic fibres
1. Natural fibres are obtained from plants and animals A synthetic fibre is made up of small units that are joined together to form a single large unit called polymer
2. Natural fibres are more prone to moth attacks They are either less prone or resistant to moth attacks.
3. Natural fibres like cotton and jute get wrinkled very easily They do not get wrinkled easily
4. Natural fibres such as silk and wool require delicate handling They do not require delicate handling
Synthetic fibres are better than natural fibres because they are more resistant to the insects, do not require delicate handling and have long life.

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Justify the statement s that natural fibres are better than synthetic fibres

Statement I:- Synthetic fibres have the advantage over the natural fibres that they are wrinkle-free.

Statement II:- Synthetic fibres are more costly than natural fibres.

Statement III:- Synthetic fibres dry faster as compared to natural fibres.

Which of the following statement(s) is/are true?

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	Natural fibres	Synthetic fibres
1.	Natural fibres are obtained from plants and animals	A synthetic fibre is made up of small units that are joined together to form a single large unit called polymer
2.	Natural fibres are more prone to moth attacks	They are either less prone or resistant to moth attacks.
3.	Natural fibres like cotton and jute get wrinkled very easily	They do not get wrinkled easily
4.	Natural fibres such as silk and wool require delicate handling	They do not require delicate handling