New research uncovers the internal structure of spider silk

New research uncovers the internal structure of spider silk
Scientists at William & Mary funded by the U.S. National Science Foundation studied spider silk in such detail they were able to determine the structure of the silk fibers. Spider silk is known for its strength and durability. "Scientists all over…

Published August 22, 2022 at 07:58AM
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