Is taken from wood pulp and treated with sodium hydroxide.
Viscose is used in rayon.
The advantages are;
Absorbent,
Cool (high thermal conductivity),
Resistant to abrasion,
Easily washable,
Resistant to chemicals,
and moth resistant.
The disadvantages are;
Weak when wet,
Poor elasticity,
High flammability,
and highly susceptible to mildew damage.
Viscose is widely used for lingerie, underwear, dresses and linings.
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