Certain rare plants containing cyanide include apricot pits and a type of potato called cassava. Fortunately, only chronic or massive ingestion of any of these plants can lead to serious poisoning.
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Human neurons are so small that they require a microscope in order to be seen. However, some neurons can be up to 3 feet long, such as those that extend from the spinal cord to the toes.
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In the United States, there is a birth every 8 seconds, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Population Clock.
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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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Human stomach acid is strong enough to dissolve small pieces of metal such as razor blades or staples.
