Semi-Synthetic Fibers

Basics

• Natural Fibers that have been refined, typically via chemical means
• Typically done in a manner similar to recrystalizing crystals, the fiber is dissolved in a solvent, and the solvent is evaporated, or reacted away, and the fiber is reformed into a more consistent fiber
• Has the biodegradability of natural fibers, and many of the similar charachteristics, but with more consistency, and even variable properties
• All/Nearly All (Need to research more into this) are cellulose based

See Also

• Reformed Cellulose
• Cellulose Acetate

Useful Links

• The Wikipedia Page on Semi-Synthetic Fibers