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Spidroinology (SPIDERWEBS) with Randy Lewis
Ologies with Alie Ward
Unveiling the Marvels of Spider Silk
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Exploring the strength and versatility of spider silk, this chapter delves into the various types of silk that make up a spider's web, touching on unique properties like adhesion and stretching. It also discusses a labor-intensive process of creating a tapestry with spider silk, highlighting the craftsmanship and challenges faced by the women in Madagascar. The conversation progresses to advancements in harvesting spider silk, including genetic modification of organisms to produce high-quality silk.
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