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Silk is not made from cotton. Silk is produced from silkworms and is a protein fibre (coming from animal but in this case, insect).
Cotton and silk have different textures. Silk is smooth and cold to the touch where as cotton is more rough. Also, silk has more of a lustre compared to cotton.
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∙ 12y agoSilk comes from the cocoons of silk worms - it is a thread made of the natural secretions of the larva. Cotton is the protective 'fluff' surrounding the seeds of the cotton plant.
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What are the differences between art silk and cotton?
cotton is a natural fiber where as silk is not
What are the natural fibers?
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Is there a silk-cotton tree?
No. Silk-cotton is a man-made blend of Silk and Cotton. * Cotton is spun from the flowering seed heads of the cotton plant * Silk is spun from the cocoons of silkworms, which feed on leaves of the mulberry tree
What are the four natural fibers?
Cotton, Linen, Silk and Wool Cotton, Linen, Silk and Wool By L Cotton, Linen, Silk and Wool By L Cotton, Linen, Silk and Wool By L
Is cotton stronger than silk?
Yes, cotton is stronger than silk because ithas a longer foliage resistance. hope this helps!
What are the differences between natural silk and artificial silk?
Natural silk comes from silk worms while artificial silk is made of cotton. Natural silk has a beautiful sheen to it. Go to the links and see this beautiful silk fabric.
What does silk clothes have which cotton clothes do not have?
silk
What is the difference between artificial silk and pure silk?
pure silk comes from silk fibers artificial silk comes from fibers that soft and "feel silky".
What is the difference between flannelette and brushed cotton?
what
What are the sythetic fibers often used in place of cotton?
silk silk and silk
What is the difference between a silk worm and silk?
Silk worm is an animal that spins its cocoon. Humans harvest the cocoons and unravel the worm's work: this is silk, the fibre.
Do cotton pads and silk pads contain latex?
Some cotton pads do contain latex, but silk pads do not.
