The average sperm cell swims at 8 inches per hour.
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It takes twice as long to lose new muscle if you stop working out than it did to gain it.
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The brain receives 20% of the body’s oxygen and 25% of total body glucose utilization, despite it accounting for only 2% of a person’s weight (about 1.4 kilograms).
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In 1996, research found that having excessive body hair is linked to higher intelligence.
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You see your nose at all times, your brain just chooses to ignore it.
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The human brain uses approximately as much energy as a 10 watt light bulb.
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Oxygen, carbon, hydrogen and nitrogen make up 90% of the human body.
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When you get goosebumps and your hair stands, the hair helps to trap air, making you feel warmer by keeping in your body heat.
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