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In most cases, kidneys can recover from almost complete loss of function, such as in acute kidney (renal) failure.
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In 1844, Charles Goodyear obtained the first patent for a rubber condom.
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The liver is the only organ that has the ability to regenerate itself after certain types of damage. As much as 25% of the liver can be removed, and it will still regenerate back to its original shape and size. However, the liver cannot regenerate after severe damage caused by alcohol.
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Earwax has antimicrobial properties that reduce the viability of bacteria and fungus in the human ear.
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Nitroglycerin is used to alleviate various heart-related conditions, and it is also the chief component of dynamite (but mixed in a solid clay base to stabilize it).