8th Class Science Synthetic Fibers and Plastics Question Bank Synthetic Fibres and Plastics

Which of the following statements is/are correct?

(I) Most synthetic fibres are obtained from coal, petroleum and natural gas.

(II) Acrylic fibres closely resemble wool.

(Ill) Most synthetic fibres have very high moisture absorbing capacity.

(IV) Polyester is prepared from cellulose.

A) I and II only

B) II and III only

C) IV only

D) All of these

Correct Answer: A

Solution :

Synthetic fibres do not absorb moisture and polyester is not derived from cellulose, it is a synthetic fibre.