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Joints have two degrees of bending freedomarthropods
The joints of some arthropods have two degrees of bending freedom (up-down and left-right) thanks to two 1-degree bending joints found at right angles to each other.
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Matrix stiffens connective tissuesponges
The connective tissue of sponges is a matrix stiffened by embedded spicules.
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Skeleton provides supportsponges
The spicular skeleton of sponges provides structural support in the form of dispersed struts.
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Wing feathers enable near-silent flightowl
Specialized feathers of the owl enable near-silent flight by altering air turbulence and absorbing noise.