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1. weavesilk.comSilk – Interactive Generative Art

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   Silk was made by Yuri Vishnevsky, with music and sound crafted by Mat Jarvis. Art shared with Silk is licensed under Creative Commons. If you enjoyed Silk, please let me know!

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3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › SilkSilk - Wikipedia

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   Four of the most important domesticated silk moths. Top to bottom: Bombyx mori, Hyalophora cecropia, Antheraea pernyi, Samia cynthia. From Meyers Konversations-Lexikon (1885–1892) A silk-producing raspy cricket. Silk is a natural protein fiber, some forms of which can be woven into textiles.

4. www.britannica.com › topic › silkSilk | Definition & History | Britannica

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   May 12, 2024 · Learn about silk, an animal fibre produced by insects and arachnids, and its ancient origins in China. Explore the history, types, and uses of silk in textiles, art, and trade.

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     The Legend of Silk in Ancient China - What Is Silk?

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     Silk Farming (Sericulture) | How Silkworm Cocoons Turned into Silk | Complete Process

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     How silkworms make silk

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6. www.chinahighlights.com › travelguide › cultureChinese Silk — Silk History, Production, and Products - China...

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   Learn about the origins, production, and uses of silk, the ancient and luxurious fabric invented by the Chinese. Discover how to buy silk products, such as qipaos, in China.

7. www.britannica.com › summary › silksilk summary | Britannica

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   Silk is a continuous filament produced by silkworms and other insects for cocoons and webs. Learn about its history, production, uses, and types from Britannica's editors.

8. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › History_of_silkHistory of silk - Wikipedia

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   A lacquerware painting from the Jingmen Tomb (Chinese: 荊門楚墓; Pinyin: Jīngmén chǔ mù) of the State of Chu (704–223 BC), depicting men wearing traditional silk dress and riding in a two horsed chariot. Many myths and legends exist about origin of silk production.

9. www.britannica.com › topic › sericultureSericulture | Silk Production & Benefits of Silk Farming

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   Jun 27, 2024 · Silk, lower in density than such fibres as cotton, wool, and rayon, is moisture-absorbent, retaining as much as a third of its weight in moisture without feeling damp, and has excellent dyeing properties. It is more heat-resistant than wool, decomposing at about 170° C (340° F).