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YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED

  • What are some interesting facts about the Silk worm?
    One worm can produce 1,000 metres of silk filaments Silkworms only feed on mulberry leaves Silk larvae is used for human consumption In Asia, unmated Silkworm moth is used to treat erectile dysfunction. Silk Larvae is used as a source of protein in animal feed.
  • What industrial products need silk for manufacturing?
    Bullet Proof Vests Parachutes Industrial Conveyor Belts Surgical Sutures Graft Bones
  • What are some functions of the mulberry tree?
    Its leaves can be served as a vegetable and also as animal feeds. Its ground leaves and oil extracts have medicinal value. The mulberries are used fruit, jam, wine & fermented porridge The bark of the tree is used to make hockey sticks and rackets
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