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Scientists Finally Figured Out How a Venus Flytrap Slams Shut on Its Prey

New research suggests the plant’s trap works less like hydraulics and more like a spring-loaded system powered by rapid cell softening.

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By Luis Prada
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Life

Scientists Discovered How Venus Flytraps Know When to Close Their Mouths

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Music

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