Which man-made fiber is obtained from wood pulp?

Option 2 : Rayon

The correct answer is Rayon

• Rayon is obtained from the wood pulp.
• Rayon is a regenerated cellulose fiber.
• It is made from natural sources such as wood and agricultural products.
• There are two types of man-made fibers.
  • Synthetic fibers: Synthetic fibers are made only from polymers found in natural gas and the by-products of petroleum. Examples: Nylon, Acrylics, Polyurethane, and Polypropylene
  • Regenerated fibers: Regenerated fibers are made from cellulose polymers that occur naturally in plants such as cotton, wool, hemp, and flax.  Examples: Rayon and Acetate.