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Why rayon is considered good for use in warm weather?

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Rayon**: Rayon is a semi-synthetic fiber made from natural sources such as wood pulp. It is often referred to as a regenerated fiber because it is derived from cellulose. 2. **Breathability**: One of the key properties of rayon is its breathability. The structure of rayon fibers allows air to circulate easily, which helps in keeping the body cool in warm weather. 3. **Moisture Absorption**: Rayon has excellent moisture-absorbing properties. It can absorb sweat and moisture from the skin, which helps in keeping the body dry and comfortable during hot and humid conditions. ...
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  1. Why rayon is considered good for use in warm weather?

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  2. Why should plastic materials always be recycled?

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  3. Which of these items are made using teflon due to its high tensile str...

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  4. Which of these synthetic fabric types consist of Dacron and Terylene?

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  5. Which of these objects is made of thermosetting plastic?

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  6. What does PVC stand for?

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  7. Which of these was the first fully-synthetic fibre to be manufactured?

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  8. Why does one need to be extra cautious while ironing synthetic fibres?

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  9. Why are synthetic fibres not suitable for the summer season?

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  10. Which of these is a disadvantage of synthetic fibres?

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  11. Which of these is an advantage of synthetic fibres?

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  12. Why should polyester clothes be avoided in chemical laboratories?

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  13. Which of these monomers are combined to form polythene?

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  14. Why is acrylic often used as a replacement for wool?

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  15. Which of these synthetic fibres is also known as artificial silk?

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  16. Which of these diseases can be caused by using synthetic fabrics?

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  17. Which of these shrinks away from flame and burns with spluttering?

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  18. Which of these fibres smells like burning hair on heating?

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  19. Which of these is an example of a blended fibre?

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  20. Which part of a coconut is used to obtain coir?

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  21. Which of these fibres is made from cellulose?

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