Natural fibres are obtained from natural resources, that is plants and animals. Examples of natural fibres are cotton, wool, silk, etc.
The advantages of natural fibres are:
1. Natural fibres absorb more water.
2. They do not catch fire easily.
3. They are biodegradable. [2 Marks]
The disadvantages are:
1. They are less durable.
2. They are costlier. [2 Marks]