Chapter 24, Problem 42R

To determine

To explain: The negative impact of synthetic fibers on the environment.

Explanation of Solution

Introduction:

Natural fibers are obtained from nature while synthetic fibers are manufactured in laboratories and can have any desired properties.

Synthetic fibers are non-biodegradable. They do not decompose and accumulate in the environment as bulks and bulks of synthetics are manufactured every day. Synthetics like plastics have accumulated not only on land but also in the oceans and have killed many sea creatures. To clear synthetics from lands, they are burned, which causes pollution.

Conclusion:

With increasing problems in our environment, the use of synthetics should be decreased and they should be recycled as much as possible.