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Your nose can remember 50,000 different scents.
The human olfactory system contains about 400 types of scent receptors that can detect thousands of distinct odors. These memories of smells are closely linked to emotional memories in the brain, which is why certain scents can trigger vivid recollections. The nose can distinguish between more scents than the tongue can taste flavors.
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The human skeleton completely renews itself every 10 years.
Through a process called bone remodeling, your body constantly breaks down old bone tissue and replaces it with...
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Your body produces about 1 liter of mucus per day.
This continuous production of mucus helps trap particles, bacteria, and viruses before they can enter the respiratory system....
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Your body contains enough phosphorus to make 2,000 match heads.
The human body contains about 650 grams of phosphorus, mostly in bones and teeth. This essential element is...