41.   Synthetic fibers melt as they burn.

42.   Synthetic fibers in plaids.

43.   Synthetic fibers are petroleum-based, with prices therefore affected by the oil market.

44.   Textile makers jumped on news that industry leader Toray Industries Inc. will boost its domestic production of synthetic fiber.

45.   The change was supported by the cotton industry who saw it as a way to help maintain market share in the face of the onslaught of synthetic fibers.

46.   The cable on the big spools is a synthetic fiber three times the strength of steel.

47.   The company manufactures polyester chips and synthetic fibers.

48.   The idea comes from scientists at the Institute of Physical Electronics at the University of Stuttgart, who have created synthetic fibers that generate electricity when exposed to light.

49.   The more mature chemicals business makes products like plastics used in auto windshields, flame retardants and synthetic fibers for carpet.

50.   The Montreal-based company makes synthetic fibers, textiles and chemicals.