Fingers prune underwater not because of them absorbing the water or washing away the oil, but because of an evolutionary trait caused by the brain to enhance the grip of your fingers underwater.
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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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The world's shortest man measures only 21.5 inches.
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Coughing can cause air to move through your windpipe faster than the speed of sound - over a thousand feet per second!
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The human sigh acts as a physiological reset button.
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The adult human brain weighs about 3 pounds (1,300-1,400 g).
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In 30 minutes, the average body gives off enough heat (combined) to bring a half gallon of water to boil.
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There are about 255 babies born worldwide every minute.
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