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Silk is one of nature's most remarkable materials-lightweight, strong, and versatile. Produced by a variety of invertebrates, it serves many purposes, from catching prey to protecting eggs. But silk is more than just a natural marvel-it has the potential to transform industries and help tackle the global pollution crisis. This book explores the incredible diversity of silk-producing animals, from industrious silkworms to ingenious spiders. Each type of silk is a masterpiece of evolution, boasting unique properties that have fascinated humans for millennia. This book examines the ancient art of silk production to today's cutting-edge innovations in genetic engineering and everything in between. From biodegradable materials to medical implants, silk is leading the way in sustainable solutions for modern challenges, Silk offers a compelling look at a material that has and will continue to redefine how we live.

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Book category Books in German Sozialwissenschaften, Recht, Wirtschaft Soziologie Soziologische Theorien

• Full title: Silk
• Author: Sean Blamires
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardback
• Number of pages: 122
• EAN: 9781966652038
• ISBN: 1966652038
• ID: 47676767
• Publisher: Prime Seven Media
• Weight: 735 g
• Dimensions: 286 × 221 × 13 mm
• Date of publishing: 30. January 2025

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