Question

Which of the following is an advantage of synthetic fibre over natural fibre?
A.Durability
B.Burn readily
C.Non-biodegradable
D.Sensitive

Answer 1

Hint: Fabrics can be classified broadly into two types: synthetic fibre and natural.Both synthetic and natural fibres have their own merits and demerits.

Complete step by step answer:
Fabrics made of synthetic fibres are generally more durable, less expensive, and more readily available than those made of natural fibres. Most synthetic fibres can handle heavy loads without breaking.
Here are few advantages of synthetic fibres over natural fibres:
-Synthetic fibres are very strong.
-Synthetic fibres absorb very little water thus dry up quickly.
-Synthetic fibres are more durable than natural fibres.
-Synthetic fibres are wrinkle resistant.
-Synthetic fibres are quite light.
-Synthetic fibres are extremely fine.
-Synthetic fibres are not attacked by moths.
Examples of synthetic fibres are rayon, nylon, polyester, acrylic etc so these are non-biodegradable which can never be mixed with soil. One of the major fibres is plastic. It is a threat to the environment. Most synthetic fibres both burn and melt, and also tend to shrink away from the flame making them dangerous to be used and must be used with precaution in such circumstances.
Natural fibres are more sensitive than synthetic fibres thereby lose their texture when exposed to detergent or other chemical substances.
Out of the following properties of synthetic fibre, advantage of synthetic fibres is that they are more durable than natural fibres.

So, the correct option is A.

Note:
Though synthetic fibres are non-biodegradable and burn readily they are not advantages. They are cons of synthetic fibres which depletes our environment.