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natural

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comes from plant and animal sources so biodegrades and sustainable

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mannufactured polymers

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from oils, coal and minerals which are spun into fibres for specific purposes

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3
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Cotton

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cool to wear
creases easily

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4
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linen

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hardwearing
flammable

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5
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hemp

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absorbant
high tensile strength

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6
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silk

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only strong when dry
drapes

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7
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jute

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high tensile strength

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8
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wool

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warm
shrinks easily

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9
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polyester

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flame resistant
poor absorber

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10
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nylon

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good elasticity

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11
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polypropylene

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strong
non-absorbant

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12
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acrylic

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strong except when wet
insulator

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13
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elastane

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elastic

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14
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aramid

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heat resistant

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