Chemistry makes the natural 'wonder fabric' - wool - more wonderful

Scientists in China are reporting an advance that may improve the natural wonders of wool - already regarded as the 'wonder fabric' for its lightness, softness, warmth even when wet, and other qualities. They say the discovery could give wool a 'brain,' placing it among other 'smart' fabrics that shake off wrinkles, shrinkage and 'breathe' to release perspiration. The study is in ACS' Langmuir, a bi-weekly journal...

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