Multiple choice

Why is Nylon used for making parachutes and ropes for rock climbing?

  1. It is lustrous.

  2. It is easy to wash.

  3. It is even stronger than steel wire.

  4. It possesses dip and dry property.

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C Correct answer
Explanation

The prime quality of the material used for making parachutes and ropes should be its great strength. It means that the material should not break easily. Nylon fibre is even stronger than a steel wire. Therefore, it is used for the formation of parachutes and ropes. 

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