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Class 8 Science – Chapter 3
Synthetic Fibres and Plastics
MCQs (Exam Level)


  1. Which of the following is a natural fibre?
    a) Nylon
    b) Polyester
    c) Cotton
    d) Acrylic
    Answer: c) Cotton

  2. Nylon is synthesised from:
    a) Coal
    b) Petroleum
    c) Wood pulp
    d) Natural gas
    Answer: b) Petroleum

  3. Which fibre is also known as artificial silk?
    a) Nylon
    b) Polyester
    c) Rayon
    d) Acrylic
    Answer: c) Rayon

  4. Which plastic is used to make electrical switches and handles of utensils?
    a) Polythene
    b) PVC
    c) Bakelite
    d) Melamine
    Answer: c) Bakelite

  5. Which of the following plastics cannot be recycled?
    a) Thermoplastic
    b) Polythene
    c) PVC
    d) Thermosetting plastic
    Answer: d) Thermosetting plastic

  6. Plastic is harmful for the environment because it is:
    a) Strong
    b) Lightweight
    c) Non-biodegradable
    d) Cheap
    Answer: c) Non-biodegradable

  7. Which plastic is commonly used to make kitchenware like plates and bowls?
    a) PVC
    b) Melamine
    c) Bakelite
    d) Teflon
    Answer: b) Melamine

  8. Which fibre is used to make sweaters and blankets?
    a) Rayon
    b) Nylon
    c) Polyester
    d) Acrylic
    Answer: d) Acrylic

  9. The full form of PVC is:
    a) Poly Vinyl Carbonate
    b) Poly Vinyl Chloride
    c) Poly Vinyl Cellulose
    d) Poly Vinyl Chemical
    Answer: b) Poly Vinyl Chloride

  10. Which of the following follows the 4R principle?
    a) Burning plastic waste
    b) Throwing plastic in rivers
    c) Reusing plastic bottles
    d) Burying plastic waste
    Answer: c) Reusing plastic bottles

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