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English
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"In The Spider Silk Scientists, readers enter Randy Lewis' lab where they come face to face with golden orb weaver spiders and genetically engineered goats, whose milk contains the proteins to spin spider silk--and to weave a nearly indestructible fiber. Learn how this amazing material might someday be used to repair or replace human ligaments and bones, improve body armor, strenghten parachute rope, and even tether an airplane to an aircraft carrier!...
3) Spiders
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English
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Provides an in-depth look at the physical traits, behaviors, habitats, webs, and defensive techniques of a variety of spiders from around the world. Features up-close color photographs, an index, and further reading.