Synthetic Fibers
Chapter Name : Synthetic Fibers And Plastics |
Sub Topic Code : 102_08_03_02_01 |
Topic Name : Synthetic Fibers |
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Sub Topic Name : Synthetic Fibers And Properties |
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Introduction
Different types of synthetic fibers.
Pre-Requisites:
Basic knowledge on fibers
Activity:
Collect different types of fibers from your clothing and identify the fiber.
Real Life Question:
What is the synthetic fiber used in making parachutes?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
|---|---|
| polymer | Polymer is a very large molecule of connected monomers. |
| monomer | Building block of a polymer. Individual molecule which combines to form polymer |
| fiber | Fibers are materials in the form of continuous filaments |
| Synthetic fiber | Fibers which are made by man are called synthetic fibers |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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| Synthetic fiber matching | Synthetic fiber matching |
Real life uses :
Synthetic fibers are used in clothing, parachutes, rope making, nets, jackets and bullet proof dress.
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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| Why don’t people wear synthetic fibers while in kitchen and places near fire? | Synthetic fibers melt on heating and sticks to the skin when it gets on fire. So people don’t wear synthetic fibers when working near fire. |
What you learn in Theory:
Types of synthetic fibers, uses of synthetic fibers
What you learn in Practice:
Synthetic fibers are used in different places like parachutes, clothing and how synthetic fibers are made