Human stomach acid is strong enough to dissolve small pieces of metal such as razor blades or staples.
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Amoebae are the simplest type of protozoans, and are characterized by a feeding and dividing trophozoite stage that moves by temporary extensions called pseudopodia or false feet.
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Throughout history, plants containing cardiac steroids have been used as heart drugs and as poisons (e.g., in arrows used in combat), emetics, and diuretics.
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On average, the stomach produces 2 L of hydrochloric acid per day.
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The longest a person has survived after a heart transplant is 24 years.
Relationship of the 12 cranial nerves to specific regions of the brain.
Light rays coming from an object to the retina.
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Summary of major brain structures.
Neurons and glia: Neurons are the basic functional units of the brain