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Question
Silk fibre is obtained from ______.
Options
fleece of sheep
cotton ball
cocoon
shiny jute stalk
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Solution
Silk fibre is obtained from cocoon.
Explanation:
Silk is a natural fibre that is obtained from the cocoons of silk moths.
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