"Move Over, Spider-Man--Here's Spider-Goat!

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What is the main discovery about Nubian goats in relation to silk production?

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Nubian goats and spiders have body parts that are similar.

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What are scientists trying to achieve by using goats for spider silk production?

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Scientists are exploring possible uses for spider silk.

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What process makes silk strong enough for surgical procedures?

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The silk is stretched repeatedly.

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What is an advantage of using goats over spiders for silk production?

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Goats are bigger than spiders and are much easier to raise.

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Why is it important to explain how the goats are kept busy?

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It shows that the goats are treated well and engaged.

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What substance do Nubian goats produce that is similar to spider silk?

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Silk proteins.

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How do scientists insert spider silk genes into goats?

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By genetic engineering techniques.

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What is one use of spider silk in medicine?

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Surgical sutures.

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Why is spider silk considered valuable?

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It is strong, lightweight, and biodegradable.

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What is the role of salt in the silk production process?

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Salt is added to help in the formation of silk proteins.