Spandex is an anagram for 'expands'

Spandex is a type of synthetic fabric made from polyurethane fiber. The fiber is exceptionally elastic but less durable than latex. Introduction of spandex fiber production revolutionized the cloth industry as it was used to make stretchable clothing such as sportswear.

It was invented by chemists C. L. Sandquist and Joseph Shivers at DuPont’s Benger Laboratory in Waynesboro, Virginia. When first introduced, it revolutionized many areas of the clothing industry.

The name “spandex” is an anagram of the word “expands”. In Europe it is referred to by variants of “elastane” and is known in the UK, Ireland, Argentina, Mexico, Australia, and New Zealand primarily as Lycra.

Apparently chemists can not only cook meth, but also come up with great inventions such as creating new kind of stuff that benefits us. So if you are still inspired thanks to Breaking Bad into becoming a chemist, hopefully this fact will give you the extra push!

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