Which of the following statements is true?

Jute fibre is obtained from leaves of jute plant.

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A silk thread is stronger than a cotton thread.

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Cotton is water resistant

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Wool is a synthetic fibre.

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Solution

The correct option is B A silk thread is stronger than a cotton thread.
$∙$ Jute fibre also known as the 'golden fibre', is obtained from the stem of jute plant.
$∙$ Silk is a really strong fibre. It has a great tensile strength which allows it to withstand large pressure. It is much stronger than a cotton thread.
$∙$ Cotton is a good absorbent of water.
$∙$ Wool is a natural fibre and is obtained from fur of animals like sheep, yak,etc.

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Jute is obtained from the leaves of a plant.
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(a) Silk is a plant fibre.
(b) Jute is obtained from the leaves of a plant.
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