Silk is a natural protein fiber mainly composed of fibroin and is produced by certain insect larvae to form cocoons. The method of production of silk by cultivating the silkworms is known as sericulture. Silk is mainly produced by the larvae of insects undergoing complete metamorphosis, but some insects such as web spinners and raspy crickets produce silk throughout their lives. The shimmering appearance of silk ... Read more
Silk is a natural protein fiber majorly made out of fibroin and is obtained from particular insect larvae. Silk is majorly produced by the larvae of insects that are in the process of completing metamorphosis, but a few insects like web spinners and raspy crickets produce silk during their lives. The glittering surface of silk is due to the triangular prism-like figure of the silk fiber that helps silk cloth to refract incoming light at many angles, ... Read more
