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Silk fiber is used to manufacture parachute. Why?
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Solution
- Silk is the strongest natural fibre.
- It is thin light in weight, strong.
- It is easly to peak and unfold.
- It is also fire resistant.
- It is dries quickly.
- It is also resistant to abrasion and chemicals.
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