NCERT Solutions for class 8 Science Ch-3-Synthetic Fibers and Plastics
NCERT Solutions for class 8 Science Ch-3-Synthetic Fibers and Plastics Subjective Questions 1 Mark Question 1. Explain why some fibres are called synthetic. [NCERT] Answer: Some fibres are called synthetic because they are made by human beings. Question 2. Mark the correct answer. Rayon is different from synthetic fibres because [NCERT] It has a silk-like appearance. It is obtained from wood pulp. Its fibres can also be woven like those of natural fibres. Answer: It is obtained from wood pulp. Question 3. Give examples which indicate that nylon fibres are very strong. Answer: Parachutes and nylon ropes are used for rock climbing. Question 4. Name the plastic whose sheets are used for packing liquids. Answer: Polythene. Question 5. Why is teflon used as tape for sealing purpose ? Answer: Becausee of its toughness, teflon is used as tape for sealing purpose. Question 6. Name the first fully synthetic fibre. Answer: Nylon. Question 7. Why nylon i...