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Nylon melts. Think about the end of a piece of nylon rope, it is better to burn it than to cut it to the length you want. From Wikipedia: Used in carpets and nylon stockings; Melts instead of burning; Used in many military applications; Good specific strength
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A sentence for nylon?
The dog has a nylon leash.
How strong is nylon?
nylon is about as strong as a spider's silk
Is nylon organic?
yes, indeed Nylon is. Nylon is a substance or substances of negative balance and can only ever be Organic because of the elements inside the Nylon it's self.
Is nylon a metal?
Nylon is a synthetic polymer. It contains no metal.
Can you describe nylon for me?
nylon is a tough light waterproof material.. =/
What happens to nylon when you burn?
If you burn nylon, it simply turns into a black solid, whose appearance will be like that of carbon
Does polyester burn faster than nylon?
no
What is Cotton Nylon flame retardant fabric?
It is cotton nylon fabric treated with chemicals so that it is less likely to burn.
Is it illegal to burn an American flag made of nylon polyester or rayon?
No.
Why is it not advised to wear nylon clothes while cooking?
If something splashes, it will melt the nylon into your skin rather than just burning a hole... so it is much harder to remove the clothing and treat the burn.
Is nylon natural fiber?
No, nylon is 100% man-made. It is a strong fiber, first fiber to be manufactured totally from chemicals! Watch when you put acetate on it. It will burn a hole right through it within seconds.
Which materials burn quicker?
Synthetic materials burn quicker than natural materials for example quickest polyester wool metal gold diamond water nylon(the slowest of them all) slowest
How can you repair a burn mark on nylon?
To repair a burn mark on nylon one can mix 1/3 cup of hydrogen peroxide and 1/3 cup warm water. Immerse the burn stained area in the mixture and then iron over the area with an iron set to low until the stain fades. Once dry rub lemon juice on the area and allow to dry in the sun until the stain completely fades.
What materials in clothes burns the fastest?
Previous answers to this question have stated that cotton burns the fastest, while synthetic fabrics burn slowest, such as Nylon. I believe this is inaccurate. My experience as a chemist tells me that synthetic clothing such as Nylon and polyester burn much more quickly than cotton.
What are the major two types of nylon?
nylon 6 and nylon 66 are the two most briefly divided types of nylon.
What is nylon string made of?
nylon
What is nylon thread made of?
Nylon.
