what is nylon what are its characteristics and properties
Answers
nylon is a lustrous fibre
it is smooth light weight and of high strength
suitable for hoisery and the knitted fabrics......
Explanation:
Nylon is probably the most useful synthetic one. It's a plasticthat can be molded into everyday products or drawn into fibers for making fabrics
Characteristics
1) Nylon has good tenacity and the strength is not lost with age
2) Nylon has good elasticity which makes it much suitable for the apparel purposes.
3) Nylon fabrics have excellent resilience.
4) Fabrics of nylon filament yarn have excellent draping qualities.
5) The heat conductivity of the nylon fabrics vary depending upon the fabric construction, the type of nylon (staple/filament) used in the construction etc.
6) Nylon fabrics are resistant to perspiration.
7) Nylon can be easily dyed with a wider range of dyes.
8) Nylon is less resilient to the action of acids and is damaged by strong acids
9) Nylon has excellent resistance to alkali's but the frequent and prolonged exposures to alkalis will weaken the nylon fabrics.
10) Nylon is resistance to the moths and fungi.
11) Nylon fabrics have absolute resistance to the development of mildew.
12) Nylon fabrics have low resistance to sun light. They are not suitable for curtains or draperies as it is weakened by the exposure to sun light.
13) Nylon should always be ironed at low temperatures. Using hot iron will result in glazing and then melting of the fabric.
14) Nylon fabrics retain their shape and appearance after washing. It has good stability and does not shrink.
15) The nylon fabrics are white and generally do not require bleaching. The nylon fabrics which pick up colour or develop greying should be bleached with oxidising bleaches such as hydrogen peroxide.
16) Nylon fabrics are easy care garments. Nylon fabrics are smooth, non-absorbent and dry quickly. Dirt doesn’t cling to this smooth fibre, which can be washed easily or can be even cleaned by using a damp cloth.
17) Nylon fabrics have low absorbency. The low absorbency of the fabrics tends to be advantageous and also disadvantageous.
18) Nylon hosiery recovers to its original shape at knees and ankles instead of bagging.
hope it helps
plz mark it as brainliest