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The term bacteria was devised in the 19th century by German biologist Ferdinand Cohn. He based it on the Greek word "bakterion" meaning a small rod or staff. Cohn is considered to be the father of modern bacteriology.
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This year, an estimated 1.4 million Americans will have a new or recurrent heart attack.
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If you could remove all of your skin, it would weigh up to 5 pounds.
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Long-term mental and physical effects from substance abuse include: paranoia, psychosis, immune deficiencies, and organ damage.
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In 1844, Charles Goodyear obtained the first patent for a rubber condom.