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Term: Quivering Membrane

A "quivering membrane" refers to a thin, flexible sheet-like structure that vibrates or trembles in response to various stimuli. This term can describe different membranes found in living organisms, such as animals or plants, serving different purposes in their respective anatomical systems.

• The hummingbird's quivering membrane in its wings allows it to hover effortlessly in mid-air.
• When touched, the leaves of the sensitive plant (Mimosa pudica) react by closing their quivering membranes.
• The eardrum acts as a quivering membrane, transmitting sound waves from the external ear to the middle ear.

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• Hummingbird Feeders
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