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Towards the end of 19th century, scientists were successful in obtaining a fibre having properties similar to that of silk and it is referred as artificial silk. What is this artificial silk called?


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Nylon

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Rayon

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Polyester

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Acrylic

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Solution

The correct option is B

Rayon


Rayon was developed as a cheap alternative to silk. It is obtained by chemical processing of wood pulp or cellulose. It is used in a variety of textile applications. Since it is prepared artificially and possess properties similar to that of silk called artificial silk.


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