We image macroscopic transient pores in mechanically stretched giant vesicles. Holes open above a critical radius r c1 , grow up to a radius r c2 , and close. We interpret the upper limit r c2 by a relaxation of the membrane tension as the holes expand. The closing of the holes is caused by a furthe...
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