Random Human Facts

    96 facts tagged with Human Facts

    Playing Tetris after a traumatic event can prevent the development of traumatic memories and reduce the chance of having flashbacks.
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    Shark corneas are used in eye transplants and shark bone marrow can be used to graft human bones.
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    The world's shortest man measures only 21.5 inches.
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    Some monks can increase their body temperature so much they can dry soaking sheets in a freezing room!
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    Atacama Skeleton
    Atacama Skeleton
    In 2003, the skeletal remains of a human that measured 6 inches in length were found in a Chilean ghost town. A definite explanation for its size, mutations, and origin has yet to be found.
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    It has been scientifically proven that stroking a cat can lower one's blood pressure!
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    Humans are capable of running 40 mph according to a study by bio-mechanical expert Dr. Matthew Bundle. Today's fastest man, Usain Bolt, has a top speed of 28 mph.
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    A person can live without food for about a month, but only about a week without water.
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