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.

What happens to nylon when the two liquids are mixed?

What were women fighting over in the 1940s related to nylon?