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Silk fibers have a triangular cross section with
rounded corners and allows light to hit at different angles and it has a
natural shine.
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The denier becomes when wet then 4.0g/d and when
dry then 4.5g/d.
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Smooth, soft texture that is not slippery.
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Good moisture regain of about 11%
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Strongest natural fibers and up to 20% losses of
its strength when wet.
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Poor elasticity.
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The ironing temperature is moderate.
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Silk is sensitive to light than other natural
fibers.
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Yellowing of the fiber is generally accompanied
by photo degradation that is mainly occurred due to action of UV radition of
light.