Multiple choice

Where does silk come from?

  1. Man-made from plastic

  2. From seeds of cotton plants

  3. From cocoons of caterpillars

  4. From the stem fibers of flax plants
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Silk is a natural protein fiber, some forms of which can be woven into textiles. The protein fiber of silk is composed mainly of fibroin and is produced by certain insect larvae, such as silkworms, to form cocoons.

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