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Where does silk come from what happens to the cocoon?
Silk comes from the cocoon spun by the silk work. The cocoon is unwound and the silk is then processed for use by humans.
What happens to the worms after silk is extracted?
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What happens if a female silk moth mates a female silk moth?
A female silk moth cannot and will not mate with a female silk moth. She will mate with a male silk moth if one is available. If not, she will simply die.
Did ancient Greece use the silk road for a trading route?
No, Ancient Greece was before the Silk Road. They followed the coastlines along the Mediterranean Sea to trade with shallow draft ships.
Is silk a fabric?
Silk is the fine thread that comes off the cocoon of a silk-worm. Several strands of silk has to be combined, before the silk is strong enough to be woven into a fabric.
What did the Chinese write on before they invented paper?
The Chinese wrote on wooden scrolls, bones, and silk before they invented silk.
What do Chinese people use with silk?
they would use silk in robes,tunics, and more
How does a caterpillar make a cacoon?
What exactly is the inside of a caterpillar made out of?
What is reeling the silk?
The process of taking out threads from the cocoon for use as silk is called reeling the silk.
Do you have to wash silk before painting on it?
Yes, it's recommended to wash silk before painting on it to remove any sizing, dirt, or oils that may be present. Washing helps the paint adhere better and ensures more vibrant colors. Use a gentle detergent and avoid fabric softeners to maintain the silk's texture. After washing, let it dry completely before starting your painting.
What type of steamers are safe to use on silk clothing?
There is not one specific steamer that is safe to use on silk clothing, it is how you use the steamer you have. When steaming silk, it is best to steam from the underside.
What animal makes silk?
Silk is produced by silkworms, which are the larvae of silk moths. The silkworms spin silk to create cocoons in which they undergo metamorphosis into adult moths. The silk is harvested from these cocoons and woven into fabric.
