Optical illusions occur when what the eyes see conflicts with what the brain expects.
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The brain can stay alive for 4 to 6 minutes without oxygen. After that cells begin die.
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The human brain uses approximately as much energy as a 10 watt light bulb.
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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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Research has shown that allowing chocolate to melt in your mouth produced brain and heart rate activity that was simliar to - and even stronger than - that produced with passionate kissing.
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Unconsciousness will occur after 8-10 seconds after loss of blood supply to the brain.
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Brain scans show that people who view photos of a beloved experience an activation of the caudate - the part of the brain involving cravings.
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Déjà vu occurs when your brain tries to apply a memory of a past situation to your current one, fails, and makes you feel like it's happened.
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