Question

Which of the following is known as artificial silk?

• A. Nylon
• B. Rayon
• C. Acrylic
• D. Polyester

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Rayon

The correct option is B.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Rayon is also known as artificial silk.
2. It looks similar to natural silk produced by silkworms.
3. Rayon fabric is made up of wood pulp.
4. It is soft, glossy, stretchy, and has a tactile sensation.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option A:

Nylon is a synthetic plastic made of carbon-based compound polyamides of high molecular weight.

Option C:

Acrylic is a transparent plastic material made up of polymethyl methacrylate.

Option D:

Polyester comprises the repeated functional group of the ester obtained from petroleum products.

Final answer: Rayon is artificial silk.