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Formation of Crosslinks in Silk by Bifunctional Reactive Dyes: Effect on Solubility and Mechanical Properties

Bifunctional reactive dyes have been found to form crosslinks in silk. These have significant effect on the solubility of the fibre. Solubility tests can therefore be used to assess the degree of crosslinking in the fibre. A slight improvement in the mechanical properties of silk dyed with bifunctional reactive dyes have been observed. Contains correction (JSDC, Vol. 113, January 97, p. 31)

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