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Differences between Natural and Synthetic Fibres

Classification of Fibres

Fibres are classified into two main classes:

1. The natural fibres

2. Man-made (Artificial/synthetic) fibres

Each class is further classified into sub-classes. Fabrics are made from fibres. Therefore fabrics are normally classified according to their fibres. The fabrics have the same properties as the fibres from which they are made.

Natural Fibres: These are gotten from either plant e.g. cotton and linen, or from animals e.g. wool and silk.

Natural fibres

 

Man-made (Artificial/Synthetic) Fibres: These are obtained through the chemical treatment of certain raw materials. They are of two kinds.

(i) Fibers derived from a cellulose base e.g.

(ii) Viscose rayon

(iii) Acetate

(iv) Fibres derived from a non-cellulose base e.g.

(v) Nylon

(vi) Polyester

classification of fibres - natural fibres and man-made (artificial/synthetic) fibres)

Evaluation:

  1. State the two classes of fibres
  2. List four natural fibres.
  3. Differentiate between natural and synthetic fibre.

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