Acrylic fibres are lightweight, soft, and warm, with a wool-like touch.
Important Questions on Synthetic Fibres and Plastics
Where do we get rubber from?
Who am I?
If you pull me i will stretch.
Fill in the blank with the correct options from the box.
_____ is a substitute for wool.
| Wood pulp | Polymer | Artificial, man-made | Polyester | Monomer |
| Water | PET | Acrylic | Petroleum | Plastics |
Write the quadrants in which the following points lie:
A toy is made of a material that can be stretched easily. What could it be made of?
What do we use rubber for?
Why will you not make clothes hanger from rubber?
What makes acrylic more popular than pure wool?
Read the passage and answer the following questions.
Acrylic is the synthetic or man-made alternative to wool. It is made from the combination of coal, air, water, oil and limestone. It was first made in Germany by DuPont in and began commercial production in of acrylic fibres are used in apparel, in home furnishing and in industrial end-uses. Acrylic fibres are used in waistcoats, cardigans, jackets, socks, knee-high stockings, training and jogging suits. It is used either in pure form or blended with cotton or wool. It resembles wool in many properties such as fluffiness, warmth and softness. However, it does not absorb water. It brings the moisture to the surface of the fabric where it evaporates. It has very good shape retention, durability and quick dry qualities. It is especially suited for sportswear due to its low water absorption, quicker water transport and light and weather resistance.
Why is acrylic beneficial for sportswear?
Guess the name of the material using the clue given below:
If we pull this material it will stretch. Its name begins and ends with the letter R.
