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Uses of Nylon

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The bristles of toothbrush are made up of fibres.

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rayon

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dacron

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nylon

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Solution

The correct option is C nylon
Nylon fibres are synthetic fibres prepared from various chemicals. They are strong, flexible and durable fibres. Hence, they are used in making bristles of the toothbrush. They are also used to make ropes, parachutes, etc.

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