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Silk moths spin silk at the stage of
(a) egg
(b) larvae
(c) pupa
(d) none of these

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(b) larvae

After the process of moulting, the larva begins vigorous eating and undergoes rapid growth. Then, it stops eating and shakes it head to secrete a fibre made of protein. With time, the fibre gets hard and turns into silk.


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