Question

Which of the following is not the characteristic feature of Tassar silk?

• A. Also known as Kosa silk
• B. Obtained from Bombyx mori
• C. A native of India and China
• D. Larvae of the silkworm feed on oak

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Obtained from Bombyx mori

• Tassar silk is also known as Kosa silk.

• It is obtained from the oak-feeding larvae of the silk moth-Antheraea mylitta.

• It is a native of India and China.

• Tassar cocoons are attached by a peduncle to twigs of Sal trees.