Question

why do you think the ash obtained from burning cotton changes the (acidic/basic) nature of water,and the bead from polyester did not ?​

Answer 1

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Explanation:

Cellulosic fibers (cotton, linen and rayon) burn rapidly with a yellow flame. When the flame is removed, there is an afterglow, then soft gray ash. Cotton: Ignites on contact with flames; burns quickly and leaves a yellowish to orange afterglow when put out. . It shrinks from the flame.