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Spider silk is no longer considered the strongest natural fiber. Japanese researchers have discovered that bagworm silk is actually stronger.


Synthetic fibers raise environmental concerns, such as microplastic pollution. Bagworm silk, a natural material developed in Japan, is a promising solution.

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