New window Share on FacebookNew window Share on TwitterNew window Share on LinkedinNew window Share on EmailArtificial fibers are part of the broad family of chemical fibers. While artificial fibers have grown more popular over the years, they have, since the middle of the 20th century, met with stiff competition from synthetic fibers, which are cheaper to produce. OriginHere is a list of artificial fibers (and filaments), classified by origin:Cellulose (extracted from wood)VISCOSEConventional viscose is the oldest artificial fiber. This artificial fiber can be spun for use in the textile industry but is also used in its solid form. There are two types of viscose: rayon (viscose filament) and fibranne (short viscose fibers).

Source: The Guardian December 04, 2023 20:47 UTC