Question

Which one of the following is a natural fibre?
(a) nylon
(b) jute
(c) acryclic
NCERT Solutions for Class 8th Social Science Resourse and Development Chapter 5 Exercise 2(iii)

Answer 1

The answer to this question is jute. Jute is a vegetable fiber which can be spun into long threads.

It is the natural material which is produced from plants named as Corchorus.

It is the second most produced natural fiber and has immense popularity all around the world.

Answer 2

Answer:

b. jute

Explanation:

It is a natural fibre derived from plants. The long, soft and shiny fibres are spun into coarse, strong threads that are then put to a multitude of uses. Jute is second to cotton in terms of production. It's also referred to as the 'golden fibre' due to its colour and cost-effectiveness.