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Question
Silkworms secrete fibre made of ______.
Options
fat
cellulose
protein
nylon
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Solution
Silkworms secrete fibre made of protein.
Explanation:
Salivary gland of the silkworm secretes fibre made up of protein sericin and fibroin.
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