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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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The first oncogene was discovered in 1970 and was termed SRC (pronounced "SARK").
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More than 50% of American adults have oral herpes, which is commonly known as "cold sores" or "fever blisters." The herpes virus can be active on the skin surface without showing any signs or causing any symptoms.
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Blood is approximately twice as thick as water because of the cells and other components found in it.
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On average, someone in the United States has a stroke about every 40 seconds. This is about 795,000 people per year.