Write the importance of synthetic polymers in our life.
Answer:
Synthetic fibres are important in our life because of multiple uses.
Nylon
- Nylon is widely used in women’s hosiery and lingerie. It is used in carpeting materials and upholstery fabrics because it is easy to clean.
- The fabric is also used in life vests, umbrellas, sleeping bags and tents.
- As industrial product, nylon fabric is used as seat belts, tire cords, ballistic doth and tow ropes because of its strength and good elasticity
Acrylic
- It is used to make sweater, blankets, shawls, etc.
Rayon
- Rayon is used to make containers, car upholstery, etc.
- It is used to make carpets, tyre lands.
- It is used to make surgical dressings.
PET
- PET is used to make bottles, utensils, films, wires, etc.