Question

The raw material used in the preparation of synthetic fibers is

• A. Gasoline
• B. Coal
• C. Petrol
• D. Petrochemical

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Petrochemical

Explanation of the correct answer:

The correct answer is option D:

1. Small molecules or synthetic polymers are used to create synthetic fibers.
2. Petrochemicals, or chemicals derived from petroleum, are examples of the raw ingredients from which the compounds required to create these fibres are created.
3. Ethylene, propylene, and benzene are examples of petrochemical products. Also included are source monomers for synthetic rubbers and inputs for technical carbon.

Explanation of the incorrect answers:

Option A:

1. Crude oil and other petroleum liquids are used to create gasoline, a fuel. In cars, gasoline is primarily utilised as an engine fuel.

Option B:

1. Coal is a readily combustible sedimentary deposit made mostly of carbon. It is not used for making fibres.

Option C:

1. Petroleum-derived clear flammable liquid known as gasoline or petrol is the main fuel for the majority of a spark-ignited internal combustion engine.