Question

5 advantages and disadvantages of natural fibers

Answer 1

advantages
low cost
easy to make
less pollution
low weight
density is less

disadvantages
shrink

Answer 2

Fibres obtained from natural sources like plants and animals are called as Natural Fibres .

Examples are Cotton, silk ,Jute, wool etc.

Advantages of Natural Fibres:-

-->They are made up of natural sources like plants and animals

.---> Fire resistant.

--->On burning the natural fibres we don't get poisonous gases.

--->Easily affordable

.---> Absorbs  sweat and water hence these types of clothes are preferred to wear in summer.

Disadvantages Of natural Fibres :

---> Are not very strong compared to synthetic fibres.

----> Natural Fibres are heavy in weight .

---> Natural fibres can be damaged by moths.

---> Not wrinkle free

--->They are not durable.