2. What are the main differences between natural, synthetic and semi-synthetic fibers covered in ncert Class 12 Chemistry chapter 15.
Answer (1)
Ans- The main differences as covered in the NCERT book are given in the tabular form.
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Type of polymer
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Description
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Example
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Natural
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Found in plants & animals
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Starch, proteins, cellulose, and rubber.
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Semi-synthetic
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Modified natural polymers
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cellulose nitrate & cellulose acetate (rayon)
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Synthetic
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Man-made or artificial polymers
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plastic (polythene), synthetic rubbers (Buna - S), synthetic fibres (nylon 6,6)
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