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The shortest mature adult human of whom there is independent evidence was Gul Mohammed in India. In 1990, he was measured in New Delhi and stood 22.5 inches tall.
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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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When blood is exposed to air, it clots. Heparin allows the blood to come in direct contact with air without clotting.
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Cyanide works by making the human body unable to use oxygen.
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Human stomach acid is strong enough to dissolve small pieces of metal such as razor blades or staples.