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scientific name, 'linen most useful', aptly describes its versatility. linen, which is used for apparel and interior textiles, comes from the long, strong bast fibers that form in the outer portions of the flax stem. flax fibers also are used in industrial applications, eg, composites, geo-textiles,
insulation, and specialty papers. flax seeds are the source of linseed oil, which has been widely used in paints, varnishes, cosmetics, and linoleum. more recently, flax seeds are being recognized as a health food, with nutritional benefits from lignans and omega- fatty acids. even the woody core tissue...
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