Question

The manufacture of one of the following artificial fibres contributes to deforestation this fibre is :
A. nylon
B. rayon
C. terylene
D. acrylic

Answer 1

B. Rayon

Explanation:

Rayon is a semi-synthetic fibre made from cellulose polymer obtained from wood pulp. It has a silk like appearance. Its fibres can be woven like those of natural fibres. It can be dyed in a wide variety of colours. As rayon is manufactured from natural materials like wood pulp, the manufacture of this material contributes to deforestation.

Nylon, Acrylic and Terylene are synthetic fibres made from chemical synthesis.

Option B is the answer.