Goats on a farm in Canada have been genetically altered and contain 1 past spider gene, in order to produce silk protein in their milk.
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Kapow! Superhero Science: Spider Silk Gene Goats
Goats on a farm in Canada have been genetically altered and contain 1 past spider gene, in order to produce silk protein in their milk.
Added: Jul 22, 2008
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Runtime: 02:40
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