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What polymer was invented fifty years ago to replace silk?

Nylon, invented by a chemist at the DuPont Chemical Company in 1935, and first used in women's stockings in 1940.


When was the Nylon stocking invented?

Although nylon was not originally invented for use in stockings, it was unveiled in this design in 1939 at the World's Fair in New York to a women's club.


Why were stockings changed to nylon?

Nylon is a lot cheaper and more available than silk for stockings.


Why was nylon invented?

Nylon was invented as a synthetic alternative to silk, which was in high demand for stockings and other textile applications before World War II. The goal was to create a strong, durable, and affordable material that could mimic the qualities of silk.


What is the polymer of economically-priced stockings?

Nylon is the most common polymer used in economically-priced stockings because it is durable, stretchy, and affordable. Nylon stockings have good elasticity, making them comfortable to wear and resistant to runs and tears.


Which of the following polymers is found in stockings and ropes?

Nylon is the polymer that is commonly found in stockings and ropes due to its strength, elasticity, and durability.


Do nylon stockings melt?

Yes, nylon stockings can melt when exposed to high temperatures, such as those found in a dryer or direct contact with heat sources like irons or stoves. It is important to follow the manufacturer's care instructions to avoid damaging nylon stockings.


What was invented in l959?

Radioimmunoassay was invented in 1959 and is a method for chemically analyzing human blood. Integrated circuits or chips were invented in 1959 by two people working independently of each other.They make it possible for computers and electronic devices to be very small and inexpensive. Pantyhose was invented in 1959.It soon replaced nylon stockings because mini skirts in the 1960s were to short to hide a garter(what used to hold up the nylon stockings)


Which fiber is used for making parachutes and stockings?

Nylon is used for both parachutes and stockings.


What is a product made out of nylon?

Women's nylon stockings. Also cloth, rope, brushes, and many more items are made from nylon


What is the Hebrew word for stockings?

Garbei Nylon (גרבי נאילון)


When discussing nylon what is gilly?

Gilly is a retailer of nylon products that sells online. They sell clothing items such as sleepwear, bras, and undergarments, as well as nylon stockings.