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Douglas Fudge

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Hagfish Slime Could Provide Fibers for Future Eco-Friendly Clothes

Environment

Hagfish are eel-like creatures. They defend themselves from predators by producing a thick, suffocating slime. Scientists in Canada have found that this slime contains natural fibers that may offer clues to making the eco-friendly clothing of the future.

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