Question

List two uses each of nylon fibre and polyester fibre.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Nylon- preferred over polyester fibres:

Nylon is second, only next to polyester fibres, but remains strong in some technical niches. The fibre sees strong applications for the making of airbags in cars, where it can resist the heat of explosion which polyester fibres cannot.

Answer 2

Answer:

Uses of nylon fibre:

• Nylon is a popular fibre with useful applications in making shorts, swimwear, track pants, bedspread, draperies, and many more.
• It is also used in technical textiles for making products such as flak vests, combat uniforms, parachutes etc.

Uses of polyester fibre:

• Polyester fibres are widely used in textile industry for making a variety of textiles such as sarees, dress materials, curtains, etc. ...
• Polyester is used for making sails of sailboats.
• Polyester is also used as Mylar, in the preparation of films, magnetic recording tapes, etc.