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Question
Write the importance of synthetic polymers in our life.
Solution
The importance of synthetic polymers in our life are as follows:
- Nylon It is used for making ropes for rock climbing, fishing nets, raincoats, parachutes and tyre cords, etc.
- Acrylic It is used for sweaters, track suits, linings for boots and gloves and In furnishing fabrics and carpets.
- Terylene It is used in textile industry to make clothes like sarees, tapestry and dress material. It is also mixed with natural fibre like cotton and wool to make more variety of clothes.
- Plastics It is used to store food item, water, milk, pickles, dry food, etc. Plastic containers seem most convenient.
This is because of light weight, low price, good strength and easy handling as compared to metals. Plastics are used in cars, air crafts and spacecrafts.
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