Orlan fibre which is used as a wool substitute is __________________?
Correct answer: C. Polyacrylonitrile
- A. An amorphous polymer
- B. A natural polymeric fibre
- C. Polyacrylonitrile
- D. Poly-methyl-methacrylate (PMMA)
Explanation
Orlon is the trade name for polyacrylonitrile, a synthetic fibre with properties resembling wool. It is therefore neither a natural fibre nor PMMA.
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