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Silkworms Spin Super-Silk After Eating Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene

The strong, conductive material could be used for wearable electronics and medical implants, researchers say 

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    The most important: In contrast to regular silk, the carbon-enhanced silks are twice as tough and can withstand at least 50% higher stress before breaking.

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