Question

Why is rayon also known as artificial silk? Give its two uses.

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Answer 1

Answer:

Rayon fibre is chemically identical to cotton but it has shine like silk.

1 . Since rayon resembles silk in appearance therefore rayon is also called artificial silk.

2 . Rayon is cheaper than natural silk and can be woven like silk fibres.

Answer 2

Answer:

Rayon is a man-made fibres prepared from a natural raw material called the cellulose, by chemical treatment. The cellulose required for making Rayon is obtained from the wood pulp. So, Rayon is obtained by the chemical treatment of wood pulp. Threads are prepared from it with the help of machines. These threads have shine and strength, and they are also known as 'artificial silk'.

The uses are as follows:-

1. In the medical field for making bandages and surgical dressings.
2. In making bed sheets, curtains, blankets, etc.
3. In the textile industries for making sarees, dresses etc.
4. Used to make carpets.

Explanation:

You can choose any two uses from the list given above.

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