Question: A natural fiber is obtained from stem of its plant and the plant is harvested when its starts flowering. The fiber is ________
Options:
cotton
wool
jute
silk
🔑 Key Points
📘 Jute Production Process:
🔹 Jute is used for making bags.
🔹 Jute fiber is obtained from the stem of the jute plant.
🔹 The plant is harvested at the flowering stage.
🔹 Harvested stems are immersed in water for a few days.
🔹 Stems rot, and fibers are separated from them.
📘 Jute Production Process:
🔹 Jute is used for making bags.
🔹 Jute fiber is obtained from the stem of the jute plant.
🔹 The plant is harvested at the flowering stage.
🔹 Harvested stems are immersed in water for a few days.
🔹 Stems rot, and fibers are separated from them.
📝 Additional Information:
🔴 Fibers used for making cloth, bags, etc., are of two types:
👉 Natural fibers: Obtained from plants and animals (e.g., cotton, jute, wool, and silk).
👉 Synthetic fibers: Includes nylon, rayon, etc.