Why Do Cats Purr? THE SCIENCE!

The video explores the phenomenon of cat purring, discussing both the reasons and mechanisms behind it. It explains that purring may be voluntary or involuntary, involving a neural oscillator in the cat's brain that sends signals to the larynx. This causes vibrations that produce the purring sound. Purring triggers the release of beta endorphin, which can reduce pain and increase pleasure. Cats purr in various situations, including stress and injury, and this has implications for bone healing and potential applications in space travel.

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