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Though the United States has largely rejected the metric system, it is used for currency, as in 100 pennies = 1 dollar. Previously, the British currency system was used, with measurements such as 12 pence to the shilling, and 20 shillings to the pound.
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During pregnancy, a woman is more likely to experience bleeding gums and nosebleeds caused by hormonal changes that increase blood flow to the mouth and nose.
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The familiar sounds of your heart are made by the heart's valves as they open and close.
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The first oncogene was discovered in 1970 and was termed SRC (pronounced "SARK").
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Excessive alcohol use costs the country approximately $235 billion every year.