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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.
The tallest man ever known was Robert Wadlow, an American, who reached the height of 8 feet 11 inches. He died at age 26 years from an infection caused by the immense weight of his body (491 pounds) and the stress on his leg bones and muscles.
Thyroid conditions may make getting pregnant impossible.
The calories found in one piece of cherry cheesecake could light a 60-watt light bulb for 1.5 hours.
After a vasectomy, it takes about 12 ejaculations to clear out sperm that were already beyond the blocked area.