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TextNine Lives
Cats have been said to have nine lives. Maybe it’s
because they can survive falls from great heights
and rarely seem to get hurt. Cats have good
balance, and they are usually awesome climbers.
But sometimes they tumble. Cats fall from trees, off
balconies, and out of windows. But somehow our
furry friends always land on their feet.
More About Cats
Cats have what’s called a righting reflex. This allows
them to twist in midair when falling. Cats also spread
out their legs to create a parachute shape with their
bodies. This slows them down and gives them time to
twist and land on their feet.
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