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Nylon being a synthetic fabric made from petroleum was developed in the 1930s as an alternative to silk as in silk stockings, but was unavailable to civilian consumers due to World War II. Developed by the Dupont Chemical company.
Nylon is great for its light weight and tensile strength, durability, and resistance to damage. Can be dyed easily, made available in a wide array of colors for consumers.
It is the 2nd most used fiber in the United States, since it is so versatile and relatively easy to make. Plus it looks great on women's legs!
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How do you tell what model Remington nylon 66 i have?
it looks like in the blue book that the mod.# is nylon 66
What materials are like velvet?
silk or nylon
Why is Nylon more water resistant?
Nylon is a synthetic polymer, and has no ability to absorb water - much like plastic.
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
Is nylon toxic?
Nylon is slightly toxic. It leaches a form of cyanide as well as other chemicals like diamine into liquids stored in nylon (or polyamid as it is called) containers. Therefore avoid nylon bottles like Baby B Safe bottles made out of this plastic. Use stainless instead.
Why does nylon smells like plastic?
Nylon is a type of plastic known for its durability and strength. The characteristic smell you detect when smelling nylon is due to the process used to manufacture the material, which involves heating and molding the polymers that make up nylon. This results in the release of volatile organic compounds that contribute to the plastic-like smell.
Can you spray paint nylon material?
Yes, you can spray paint nylon material, but it may require special spray paint designed for use on flexible fabrics like nylon.
Is nylon soft?
Nylon can be soft to the touch, but its softness can vary based on the type of nylon fabric and its weave. Nylon is known for being lightweight and smooth, making it a popular choice for soft and comfortable clothing items like activewear and undergarments.
Is nylon knit or woven?
Nylon is a material that can be manufactured into woven OR knitted fabric. For example, pantyhose are manufactured from kintted nylon. On the other hand, many windbreakers are manufactured from woven nylon.
How do you use nylon in a sentence?
like how you just did it now
Is a nylon comb insulator?
A nylon comb, like any nylon material will insulate against an electrical flow. However, the nylon comb is also capable of storing a static electricity charge.
In 1938 what silk-like fabric was used as hosiery?
Nylon
