Eduqas GCSE Design and Technology · C600
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Revise: Textile Fibres, Yarns and Material PropertiesManufactured fibres are produced through industrial processes, but this category contains two important groups. Regenerated fibres, including viscose, are made by chemically processing natural cellulose into a new fibre form. Synthetic fibres, including polyester, nylon, acrylic and elastane, are made from synthetic polymers, usually using chemicals derived from oil.