Spider silk is composed of proteins. The protein molecules in different types of

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Spider silk is composed of proteins. The protein molecules in different types of silk have different structural characteristics and functions. Can knowledge of spider web protein structure be put to practical use? Can knowledge of spider web protein structure be put to practical use? What could change the structure of spider web? Download the Assignment sheet #3 through D2L Complete the Assignment Discuss the topics with your classmates on 2/5/16 Turn in the form after discussion (No point is counted without paper submission)

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Spider web is incredibly strong and show flexibility This property can be used in making various clothes and ropes , seat belt , light weight cloth. They are environment friendly too.

Spider silk is a filamentous natural protein produced by spider. Even spider silk has not been made by humans Spider has six set of glands each producing different fiber. Spider web take variety of form but most common is orb web. Different spiders make different types of web.

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