WONDER #871: How Strong Is Silk?

Question 1 of 3

Which of the following does NOT produce silk?

  1. silkworm
  2. moth caterpillar
  3. spider
  4. badger

Question 2 of 3

Spider silk is stronger than which metal?

  1. steel
  2. cheese
  3. nylon
  4. hemp

Question 3 of 3

Scientists are working on using spider silk to improve which product used by soldiers?

  1. guns
  2. body armor
  3. tanks
  4. airplanes

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