Question

One of the following man-made fibre is not prepared from raw materials obtained from petrochemicals. This one is:
A. polyester
B. nylon
C. rayon
D. acrylic

Answer 1

Explanation:

Option (C) is the correct answer

Because Rayon is a regenerated cellulosic fiber where as nylon is a man-made /synthetic fiber. Rayon breaks or melts at or above 150°C where as nylon melts at or above 220°C. ... Rayon is more absorbent than nylon. Nylon fabric is more dimensionally stable than rayon.

Answer 2

C. rayon

Explanation:

Man made fibre Rayon is chemically identical to Silk. It is also called Artificial Silk. Rayon is a semi-synthetic fibre made from cellulose polymer obtained from wood pulp. Its fibres can be woven like those of natural fibres. It can be dyed in a wide variety of colours. It is soft and shiny and hence preferred for dress materials.

Option C is the answer.