Spider Silk
Properties
Material Characteristics
Originally made semi-transparent and white , very refractive.
Physical & Chemical Properties
Spider silk, depending on species, have usually a good refraction (more than close totally of fabrics). When not cleaned, it contains an adhesive used for their webs to catch prey.
Compounds
Spider Silk is a great substitute for any fabric and other uses like rope. their elasticity and strength makes it a luxury choice well worth the investment.
Geology & Geography
Usually in tropical and hot&humid regions so the silk wont brittle by cold or other hazards.
Origin & Source
Spider silk is produced, as in the name, by spiders. For common use by humanoids, dire and giant spider are usually the needed source for a respectable amount of silk, despite the danger.
History & Usage
Everyday use
Spider silk is used for clothing fabrics and things demanding strength and elasticity like rope, but also sails and kites.
Cultural Significance and Usage
The Pelagoi takes huge interest in spider silk as it is one of nature's goods, for them, that is not detrimental to take. They always try to take unoccupied webs , but prefer to take silk cocoons left by the spider or evolving giant butterflies in the area.
Refinement
Refinement is needed to remove the adhesive substance of the spider.
Manufacturing & Products
Fabrics, Kites, Sails, Ropes...
Byproducts & Sideproducts
The adhesive, if still present when treated, can be put in glass containers for future use.
Reusability & Recycling
Fabric can be used as patchwork for secondhand repairs. Many uses this method to make drag clothings for cleaning and laundry when the silk lost it's colorful shine.
Distribution
Trade & Market
Considering the dangerous nature of salvaging it and the rarity, this is considered a luxury exotic product.
Rarity
Uncommon in humid/tropical lands, rare in northern (often traded)
Odor
Odorless
Taste
The silk is tasteless. May contain some dirt sediment depending on the environment and spiders producing it.
Color
White. The silk can be mixed with variation coloring products as it absorbs well.
Melting / Freezing Point
Untreated: under 0 celsius
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