Random Human Facts

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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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    Some monks can increase their body temperature so much they can dry soaking sheets in a freezing room!
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    You forget 90% of your dreams.
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    Playing Tetris after a traumatic event can prevent the development of traumatic memories and reduce the chance of having flashbacks.
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    A man's beard grows fastest when he anticipates sex.
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    Modern humans first appeared about 200,000 years ago, but record keeping didn't begin until about 6,000 years ago. That means about 97% of human history is lost.
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    Research has determined that most people are happiest at 7:26pm on a Saturday night.
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    Human hair and fingernails continue to grow after death.
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