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  • https://chem.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Introductory_Chemistry/Introductory_Chemistry_(CK-12)/01%3A_Introduction_to_Chemistry/1.09%3A_Materials
    This page discusses the impact of chemistry on clothing materials, highlighting the contributions of chemist Stephanie Kwolek in developing Kevlar for body armor. It contrasts natural fibers like cott...This page discusses the impact of chemistry on clothing materials, highlighting the contributions of chemist Stephanie Kwolek in developing Kevlar for body armor. It contrasts natural fibers like cotton and silk with synthetic polymers such as nylon, emphasizing their benefits like reduced weight and durability. Additionally, it notes the role of chemists in advancing electronics and superconductors, which influence modern materials and technology.

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