Question

2. Why is rayon regarded as a semi-synthetic fibre? Write any two uses of rayon How does it work?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Rayon is a man-made fibre prepared from a natural raw material called cellulose by chemical treatment.The cellulose required for making rayon is obtained from wood pulp.Rayon is obtained by the chemical treatment of wood pulp.

Uses of Rayon

1)Rayon is used in textile industry for making clothing like sarees, blouses, dresses, socks.

2)It is used to make furnishing such as bed-sheets, curtains, blankets etc.

3)It is used to make carpets.

4)It is used in medical field for making bandages and surgical dressing.

5)It is used in tyre industry for the manufacture of tyre cod.