Materiales naturales y artificiales – Clip

Nylon, one of the first synthetic fibers, was developed in 1935 by mixing two liquids derived from crude oil. It forms a solid that can be spun into long, thin fibers. By the 1940s, nylon became extremely popular, especially for women's stockings, leading to high demand and even competition among consumers.

In what year was nylon first produced as a man-made fiber?

• 1955

• 1925

• 1935

• 1945

What is the primary source material for creating nylon?

• Crude oil

• Natural gas

• Coal

• Wood

How is nylon initially formed before being turned into fibers?

• As a powder

• As a gas

• As a solid

• As a liquid

What characteristic of nylon allows it to be made into long, thin fibers?

• Its weight

• Its color

• Its solid form

• Its elasticity

During which decade did nylon become extremely popular, especially for stockings?

• 1950s

• 1920s

• 1940s

• 1930s