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State one advantage and one disadvantage of natural fibres over synthetic

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Advantages of natural fibres are:
They are either cool or warm to wear, absorbent and allow air to pass through them.
They do not melt on heating and are the best option to water while working near flames.

Disadvantages of natural fibres are:
They are not as durable as synthetic fibres, they crease up easily and are difficult to maintain and more expensive than synthetic fibres. they do not dry out easily.

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