Scientists say that a 'zombie apocalypse' is actually possible based on the recent discovery of certain brain parasites. But as of now, these parasites only affect bugs.
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The elephant brain weighs about 6,000g.
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The human brain uses approximately as much energy as a 10 watt light bulb.
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The human brain is more active during sleep than during the day.
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The human brain is very soft, having a consistency similar to soft gelatin or firm tofu.
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Studies suggest that people who appear to be constantly distracted have more "working memory" and "sharper brains".
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You see your nose at all times, your brain just chooses to ignore it.
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We forget why we have entered a room because passing through doors creates an ‘event boundary’ causing the brain to file away what we were just thinking about.
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