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Sticky or slippery? Snails can change their slime to meet the moment

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Snails can adjust their mucus to be sticky or slippery depending on what they need. According to NPR, researchers have found this capability could help inspire the creation of new materials.

Source: https://www.npr.org/2026/08/06/nx-s1-5920383/snail-slime-...

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