Invention of Nylon

The video discusses the evolution of clothing materials from natural fibers like wool, cotton, and silk to the invention of synthetic fibers, specifically nylon. It highlights the revolutionary impact of nylon, introduced at the 1939 New York World's Fair, and its inventor, Wallace Carruthers. Nylon's unique properties, such as strength and durability, made it suitable for various applications, including ropes and parachutes during WWII, and continue to be used in products like bags and bulletproof vests.

Which natural fabric was known for being luxurious but also costly and prone to damage?

• Silk

• Cotton

• Wool

• Linen

What was the significant event in 1939 that changed the fashion industry?

• The discovery of rayon

• The unveiling of nylon at the New York World's Fair

• The launch of spandex

• The introduction of polyester

Who was the inventor behind the creation of nylon?

• Wallace Carruthers

• Leo Baekeland

• Alexander Parkes

• John Wesley Hyatt

What is the primary reason for nylon's strength?

• Its polyester content

• The silk-like texture

• Its cotton blend

• The amide groups in its molecular chain

In which applications was nylon particularly useful during the Second World War?

• Manufacturing boots

• Designing tents

• Creating ropes and parachutes

• Making uniforms