Adolescents often feel clumsy during puberty because during this time of development, their hands and feet grow faster than their arms and legs do. The body is therefore out of proportion. One out of five adolescents actually experiences growing pains during this period.
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The ratio of hydrogen atoms to oxygen in water (H2O) is 2:1.
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Atropine was named after the Greek goddess Atropos, the oldest and ugliest of the three sisters known as the Fates, who controlled the destiny of men.
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Human stomach acid is strong enough to dissolve small pieces of metal such as razor blades or staples.
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All adverse reactions are commonly charted in red ink in the patient's record and usually are noted on the front of the chart. Failure to follow correct documentation procedures may result in malpractice lawsuits.
One Extinction May Lead to Another
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Soybean plants in nitrogen-poor soil show how root nodules affect growth. Only the darker green plan
