Question

Which of the following is most suitable for summer?

• A. Cotton
• B. Nylon
• C. Polyester
• D. Silk

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Cotton

Explanation for correct option:

A. Cotton

Natural fiber:

• Natural fibers are obtained naturally from nature such as plants or animals.
• They are derived from large units of polymers.
• Examples of natural fibers are Cotton and jute.

Cotton is a natural fiber that is obtained from plants. It is a very powerful water absorber that helps in absorption. Cotton fabric tends to absorb sweat more easily as compared to other fibers thus it is recommended to wear cotton in summers.

Explanation for incorrect options:

B. Nylon

It is a synthetic fiber that does not absorb sweat easily during summers.

C. Polyester

It is a synthetic fiber that is obtained by the chemical processing of petrochemicals.

D. Silk

Silk is a natural fiber but it does not have the tendency to absorb moisture like cotton fabrics.

Hence, the correct option is A i.e. Cotton.