Question

List the advantages and disadvantages of synthetic fibres.

Answer 1

	Advantages of synthetic fibres	Disadvantages of synthetic fibres
1.	Do not wrinkle easily and they keep their colour and brightness for a much longer time than natural fibres such as cotton.	synthetic fibres such as polyester is that they are not heat resistant and catch fire easily.
2.	Using synthetic fibres such as nylon, is that they are stronger than many natural fibres such as silk or wool.	Most synthetic fibres absorb very little moisture and do not allow air circulation making them hot and uncomfortable to wear.
3.	These fibres are strong and elastic which gives it the properties to bounce.	Synthetic fibres are made out of petrochemicals and last in the environment for a very long time. It break down into very small pieces called microplastics which cause pollution to soil and water bodies such as rivers, lakes and oceans.