{
  "id": 3277711,
  "title": "The hidden physics behind the shape of rose thorns",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/the-hidden-physics-behind-the-shape-of-rose-thorns",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-08-25T14:00:07.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Phys.org",
    "slug": "phys-org",
    "url": "https://phys.org/news/2026-08-hidden-physics-rose-thorns.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
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  "summary": "Roses are known for their thorns, the sharp structures that can sting and prickle the skin. Thorns, botanically known as prickles, are thought to discourage animals from feeding on plants and may also help climbing roses grip other vegetation.",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}