Silk - Reinventing Nature's Superfibre

Silk is one of nature's most remarkable materials-lightweight, strong, and versatile. Produced by a variety of invertebrates, it serves many purposes, from catching prey to protecting eggs. But silk is more than just a natural marvel-it has the potential to transform industries and help tackle the global pollution crisis. This book explores the incredible diversity of silk-producing animals, from industrious silkworms to ingenious spiders. Each type of silk is a masterpiece of evolution, boasting unique properties that have fascinated humans for millennia. This book examines the ancient art of silk production to today's cutting-edge innovations in genetic engineering and everything in between. From biodegradable materials to medical implants, silk is leading the way in sustainable solutions for modern challenges, Silk offers a compelling look at a material that has and will continue to redefine how we live.

Product details

• Authors: Sean Blamires
• Publisher: Prime Seven Media
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 30.01.2025
• EAN: 9781966652038
• ISBN: 978-1-966652-03-8
• No. of pages: 122
• Dimensions: 221 mm x 286 mm x 13 mm
• Weight: 735 g
• Subjects: Guides > Self-help, everyday life > Family; Humanities, art, music > Education > General, dictionaries