Question

Answer the following questions.
1. Name two fibres that we get from plants.
2. Name two natural and two synthetic fibres.
3. Give two advantages and two disadvantages of synthetic fibres.​

Answer 1

Answer:

1) cotton, jute

2)cotton,silk

3) Most synthetic fibres have good elasticity.

Most fabrics made of synthetic fibres do not wrinkle easily.

Answer 2

• The two fibres that we get from plants are:- i)Cotton fibre is obtained from the cotton plant. ii)Linen fabric is obtained from the flax plant.
• The Two natural fibres: i)Jute is a natural fibre that has been used in the textile industry since centuries. ii)Silk, again, is a natural fibre used in the textile industry since ages.
• The two synthetic fibres: Polyster and Nylon

The advantages of synthetic fibres:

1. Synthetic fibers are more durable than most natural fibers and will readily pick-up different dyes.
2. In addition, many synthetic fibers offer consumer-friendly functions such as stretching, waterproofing and stain resistance.

The disadvantages of synthetic fibres.

1. The mono-fibers do not trap air pockets like cotton and provide poor insulation.
2. Synthetic fibers burn more rapidly than natural.
3. Prone to heat damage.
4. Melt relatively easily.

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