Natural fibres, which occur in nature---produced by
plants and animals, are a class of hair-like materials
that are continuous filaments or are in discrete elongated pieces, similar to pieces of thread.
Cotton---Cotton is a soft, fluffy staple fiber that grows
in a boll, or protective capsule, around the seeds of cotton plants of the genus Gossypium. The fiber is almost pure cellulose. Jute---Jute is a long, soft, shiny vegetable fibre that can be spun into coarse, strong threads. It is produced from jute plants (Corchorus sp.), family Tiliaceae. Wool---The term wool is usually restricted to describing the fibrous protein derived from the specialized skin cells called follicles in sheep. Flax---Flax fibers are amongst the oldest fiber crops in the world. It is obtained from flax plant (Linum usitatissimum), which belongs to the plant family Linaceae. Silk---A fabric made from the fine threads produced by certain insect larvae (e.g. silkworm).Silk is one of the strongest natural fibers but loses up to 20% of its strength when wet. It has a good moisture regain of 11%. Its elasticity is moderate to poor. Hemp---Hemp is the name of the soft, durable fibre that is cultivated from plants of the Cannabis genus, cultivated for commercial use. Synthetic fibres Fibre made by chemical processes, unknown in nature. Rayon-- Rayon is a manufactured regenerated cellulose fiber. Because it is produced from naturally occurring polymers, it is neither a truly synthetic fiber nor a natural fiber; it is a semi-synthetic or artificial fiber. Rayon is known by the names viscose rayon and art silk in the textile industry. It usually has a high luster quality giving it a bright sheen. Nylon---Nylon is a generic designation for a family of synthetic polymers known generically as polyamides.Its high tenacity fibers are used for seatbelts, tire cords, ballistic cloth and other uses. Polyester--- Polyester is a category of polymers. Acrylic--- Acrylic fibers are synthetic fibers made from a polymer.Acrylic is lightweight, soft, and warm, with a wool-like feel.