Natural and artificial materials – Clip

Nylon, invented in 1935, was one of the first synthetic fibers. It is made by mixing two liquids derived from crude oil, forming a solid that can be drawn into fibers. By the 1940s, nylon became extremely popular, especially for women's tights, leading to high demand and even conflicts over its purchase.

In which year was nylon first invented?

• 1925

• 1945

• 1955

• 1935

What are the primary materials used to create nylon?

• Plastic and rubber

• Silk and wool

• Two liquids from crude oil

• Cotton and polyester

What happens when the two liquids used to make nylon are mixed?

• They create a solid

• They dissolve

• They form a gas

• They evaporate

During which decade did nylon become extremely popular?

• 1930s

• 1920s

• 1940s

• 1950s

What was one of the main uses of nylon in the 1940s?

• Making ropes

• Creating parachutes

• Producing tights

• Manufacturing carpets