NCERT Solutions for Chapter: Synthetic Fibres and Plastics, Exercise 2: VERY SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS
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Cotton is a natural polymer. What is its chemical name?
A synthetic fibre which looks like silk is obtained by chemical treatment of wood pulp. It is, therefore, known as artificial silk. What is its common name?
Terrycot is made by mixing two types of fibres. Write the names of the fibres.
Plastic articles are available in all possible shapes and sizes. Can you tell why?
Plastic is used for making a large variety of articles of daily use and these articles are very attractive. But it is advised to avoid the use of plastic as far as possible. Why?
Why is it not advisable to burn plastic and synthetic fabrics?
Select the articles from the following list which are biodegradable.
| (a) paper | (c) wood |
| (b) woollen clothes | (d) aluminium can |
| (e) plastic bag | (f) peels of vegetables |
A bucket made of plastic does not rust like a bucket made of iron. Why?
