Types of Synthetic Fibres
Types of Synthetic Fibres: Overview
This Topic covers sub-topics such as Ester, Polyethylene Terephthalate, Uses of Nylon, Types of Synthetic Fibres, Properties of Polyester, Uses of Rayon, Properties of Rayon, Applications of Acrylic, Advantages of Acrylic and, The Artificial Silk
Important Questions on Types of Synthetic Fibres
Rayon is used as artificial silk.
Mention any two uses of rayon.
Polycot is obtained by mixing polyester and wool.
Acrylic fibres are lightweight, soft, and warm, with a wool-like touch.
The fibre used in parachute making and ropes for rope climbing is _____.
Which synthetic fibre is used in making ropes for rock climbing and parachutes?
Nylon is used to make the fishing nets and the bristles of the toothbrush.
List the important properties of nylon that make it a useful synthetic fibre.
Nylon has elasticity and tensile strength.
Nylon is prepared from _____.
Why nylon is called fully synthetic where it is made up of coal, water and air?
Which of the following fibres are made from fruit smelling compound called ester?
Name the artificial fibre that has properties similar to natural fibre:
which of the following is not true about rayon in context with its use in making bedsheets?
Which is costlier:
The protein fibre of _____ is composed mainly of fibroin and is produced by certain insect larvae to form cocoons.
What are those materials that repel water called? (Hydrophilic / Hydrophobic)
Polyester is made by polymerising polyvinyl chloride
Name the first fully synthetic fibre. (Rayon/Nylon)
Polyester is a polymer of
