Which of the following is not an example of synthetic fibers?
Rayon
Nylon
Polyacrylonitrile
Fullerene
Which of the following is not an example of synthetic fibers?
Rayon
Nylon
Polyacrylonitrile
Fullerene
The correct option is D Fullerene
Explanation for correct option:
D: Synthetic fibers are those fibers which are synthesized from petroleum products. These fibers cannot be obtained naturally.
Fullerene is one of the allotropes of Carbon (). It is present in the form of a hollow sphere in which carbon atom forms double and single bonds. Thus, it is not a synthetic fiber.
Explanation for incorrect options:
A: Rayon is a synthetic fiber as it is formed by the regeneration and purification of cellulose which is a plant source.
B: Nylon is a synthetic fiber which is derived from petroleum.
C: Polyacrylonitrile is also a synthetic fiber, it is prepared by the polymerization of acrylonitrile resins.
Final answer:
Hence, option (D) is correct.
Fullerene
Explanation for correct option:
D: Synthetic fibers are those fibers which are synthesized from petroleum products. These fibers cannot be obtained naturally.
Fullerene is one of the allotropes of Carbon (). It is present in the form of a hollow sphere in which carbon atom forms double and single bonds. Thus, it is not a synthetic fiber.
Explanation for incorrect options:
A: Rayon is a synthetic fiber as it is formed by the regeneration and purification of cellulose which is a plant source.
B: Nylon is a synthetic fiber which is derived from petroleum.
C: Polyacrylonitrile is also a synthetic fiber, it is prepared by the polymerization of acrylonitrile resins.
Final answer:
Hence, option (D) is correct.
