Why synthetic fibres are commonly used for making umbrellas and raincoats?

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Solution

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The properties of synthetic fibres that make them useful include:

High strength

Resistance to wrinkling

Fast drying

These properties are exploited in making clothes with synthetic fibres.
Therefore, it is used in making umbrella and raincoats and protect from heavy rain and act as water resistance.

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