MHT CET 202625 AprilMorning Shift
- Exam
- MHT CET
- Year
- 2026
- Date
- 25 April
- Shift
- Morning Shift
- Subject
- Chemistry
- Chapter
- Polymers
MHT CET 2026 · 25 April · Morning Shift · Chemistry · Polymers
What type of fiber is silk?
What type of fiber is silk?
Options
- ASemisynthetic
- BSynthetic
- CAnimal
- DVegetable
Correct answer
C. Animal
Step-by-step solution
Silk is a natural fiber obtained from the cocoons of silkworms (such as Bombyx mori).
Since it is produced by insects, it is classified as an animal fiber. It is primarily composed of the protein fibroin.
Answer: Animal
Since it is produced by insects, it is classified as an animal fiber. It is primarily composed of the protein fibroin.
Answer: Animal