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Synthetic Fibres and Plastics

. Indicate whether the following statements are True or False. Also
write the false statements in their correct form.
(i) The fabric terywool is obtained by mixing terylene and wool.
(ii) Synthetic fibres do not melt on heating.
(iii) It is risky to wear synthetic clothes while working in the
kitchen.
(iv) Most of the plastics are biodegradable.

02/11/2024

Science

8th

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Here’s the breakdown of the statements, indicating whether they are True or False, and providing the correct form for false statements:
(i) The fabric terywool is obtained by mixing terylene and wool. – True
(ii) Synthetic fibres do not melt on heating. – False
Corrected: Synthetic fibres melt on heating
(iii) It is risky to wear synthetic clothes while working in the kitchen. – True
(iv) Most of the plastics are biodegradable. – False
Corrected: Most of the plastics are non-biodegradable.

Nandita Jhajhria

13/05/2025