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Answer the following in one sentence. Define the term: Synthetic fibres

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Answer the following in one sentence.

Define the term: Synthetic fibres

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The man-made fibres prepared by polymerization of one monomer or copolymerization of two or more monomers are called synthetic fibres.

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Chapter 15: Introduction to Polymer Chemistry - Exercises [Page 338]

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Balbharati Chemistry [English] Standard 12 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 15 Introduction to Polymer Chemistry
Exercises | Q 2. vi. 3) | Page 338

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