Question

What advantage does silk have over cotton?

Answer 1

Advantages of silk over cotton are as follows:
1. Silk is comparatively elegant and lustrous in comparison to cotton.
2. The surface of silk is much smoother than cotton.
3. Silk moisture permeability is 1.5 times more than cotton which means it can absorb or dissipate the gases released by humans.
4. Silk helps to regulate heat, in winters it retains heat to make the body warm and in summer releases heat and makes one feel cool.