Some of the most bizarre aspects of our bodies are quite frightening. Let's look at some of the more interesting and obscure functions of the human body.
Human hearts can beat out 100,000 times per day. This may not seem like much but think about this: If your heart stopped pumping every second for one day, then you would die. It can also squirt water 30 feet away.
The human eye is more than five hundred million pixels in size. This is nearly half a million times larger than an average cellphone. A human eye can also grow as large as a football, thanks to the cilia that cling to the eyeball.
The light produced by the human eye can also illuminate small rooms. There are approximately 100,000 miles total of blood vessels in the human anatomy. These arteries transport oxygen from the blood to the tissues.
There's also an entire system called the "diving reflex" that shuts down certain bodily functions if we're submerged under water. The pupil expands by 45% when we see something good.
Also, we have an appendix. Untreated, the appendix can infect other organs. In fact, it is possible to remove up to 80% of the liver.
The human body has many wonders. It contains enough fat to make seven bars of soap. It is home to many millions of bacteria. The skin, the largest organ in our bodies, is oily, greasy, and home to over a thousand species of bacteria.
The human body can also perform many mundane and unusual tasks. While we can blink 10,000,000 times a year (or the ominous), we also perform other mundane and strange tasks. There is a lot going on in your mouth. Apart from the obvious functions, swallowing and breathing are also important.
There's also the toilet. It is the largest and most important component of the bathroom. The toilet also serves as the main source for reading material in a home. The average person consumes approximately 21,000 gallons of water per day.
In addition to the obvious, there is also a "sneezing” function in the human body. Sneezing too hard can actually fracture a rib. Over 8,000 taste senses reside in the human nose. There are also more than one hundred cells in the tongue that are used to taste food.
The human brain is capable of producing more than enough energy for a light bulb to be powered. Even if you exclude the ovaries, your body is capable to produce 350,000 joules an hour. This is enough to make a lightbulb blink.
Some other fascinating facts about human bodies include our "diving", reflex, eyes being the largest organ of our bodies and the fact that our bodies can fly. There are also more cars than people on the roads. However, there are more crayfish than people in the ocean so it is safe to say that our bodies are much more impressive than we think.
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Here are 5 fascinating facts about the liver
The liver is responsible in breaking down toxins, storing vitamins and mineral, and for regulating blood pressure. It helps to regulate blood pressure and keep our bodies temperature stable.
What number of times have you heard someone say that they feel sluggish or heavy? These symptoms may indicate problems with the liver.
You may notice symptoms such as dark urine, yellowing skin and fatigue. These aren’t the only warning signs. If you are experiencing any of these signs, it is important to consult your doctor right away.
The liver, an essential organ, is vital. It is essential for detoxification and metabolism as well as reproduction.
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The average adult liver weights about 1,400g.
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A baby's liver is about half the size of an adult's at birth. It is four times larger by the time an infant turns three.
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The liver is located just below the rib cage on the left side of the abdomen.
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There are 16 major lobes of the liver. But there are also many smaller ones.
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Red blood cells make up approximately 10 million of the liver's total.
What dark secrets can Hollywood keep from you?
Hollywood is filled with secret societies. Some are cult-like groups where members follow strict rules and rituals, while others are simply clubs for those who share common interests.
Some of the most powerful organizations in the industry are even more dangerous. These include the MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America), the organization that sets film ratings and RIAA(Recording Industry Association of America), the company that sets music licensing fees.
Many unions and guilds represent actors, directors writers, producers, and others. These large corporations control the majority of major film studios and television networks.
It doesn't really matter how secretive an organization may appear, there is always someone who knows exactly what they do. We shouldn't fear these people.
Instead, embrace them. Because they offer us information that can help us make better decision.
They also tell us about the movies that are most likely to succeed and which songs are most popular.
They help us make decisions about what we will buy, watch, listen to, or read.
Because we can trust them, we can ignore their advice when it conflicts with our tastes.
They become more powerful because we choose to ignore them. They are the supreme arbiters of taste.
They can be ignored if you don’t like what they have to say.
Let's now look at some lesser-known, but still very real Hollywood secret organizations.
Observe why they are important.
What is the most secretive place in the world, and why?
The answer may shock you. It might even make you uncomfortable because it challenges our perception of reality and how we live. But there is an explanation for why this place exists, and it's not what you would expect.
It was known as the City of God to the ancient Greeks. In the Bible, it was known as the City of Destruction.
It's known in India as Kashi (Kashmir). It's also known as Novgorod in Russia.
Here in America, however, it is called The Village That Disappeared.
One small community in western New York State with 1,200 residents vanished without a trace. With the exception of a road marker pointing to its former site, there were no remains: cars, bodies, houses.
This little town disappeared, leaving no clues about where it went or when. Some claim the earth swallowed it. Others claim that a meteorite hit destroyed it. Others believe that aliens took it.
Despite what may have happened, the people who lived in this once-thriving area are confident that their town will not be lost forever. They had just relocated to another town.
There's even a website that tracks the disappearances and recoveries of Zugspitz.
The question is, where did this place go? It's in Switzerland.
Zugspitze is located on the border between Germany and Austria. Lake Zugspitze can be found just beyond the summit.
I have always been fascinated by the fact that so many towns have vanished, but some remain. Is it possible that some towns disappear and others are preserved? I set out to find out.
I was curious about the disappearing towns. Is it possible for a place to vanish? How does one place go extinct?
There are many theories to explain the phenomenon of disappearing towns. One theory says that a town disappears when all the buildings are demolished. Another theory states that the town simply moves to another location. Another theory suggests that the town has never existed.
The fact is that hundreds of towns all over the world have been swept away by the ground, despite theories to the contrary. This video looks into the history of those places and investigates their current status.
Which is the most mysterious spot on Earth?
Antarctica is the most mysterious continent on Earth.
What is it that makes this place so interesting? Because it is unlike anything else on Earth.
It is remote and difficult to reach. It is not what you see.
This natural wonder is also home to some of the strangest wildlife species.
Let's look at how this extraordinary destination became so mysterious.
Antarctica: The South Pole
Antarctica is not known by anyone. Some believe it refers to "land of ice". Others believe it comes from Greek mythology.
Antarktis in ancient Greece was the name given the island where Zeus' twin brother brothers were born. One of the twins was said to have been born in winter. Therefore, the name antarctic.
Others believe the name was derived from the Greek words tropos, which means turn, and anti, meaning against. This would signify land turned away the sun.
Whatever the reason, Antarctica has always held a special fascination for people.
It is the highest, coldest, windiest, dryest, and most populated continent. It is too cold to support trees, plants, and animals.
Yet, this frozen wasteland is alive.
It houses approximately 90% of all Earth's living organisms. There are about 50% of the world's animal, plant and plant species.
What is Antarctica? Here, water freezes and becomes ice instead of evaporated into the air.
This causes large amounts of ice to float above ground.
These glaciers cover more than 80% of the continent. And they're growing larger every year.
Since 1960, the Antarctic ice sheets has grown 60ft.
If the melting continues, sea level could rise up to 200ft. This could lead to widespread flooding.
However, not all scientists believe this to be bad news. Some scientists think global warming might be beneficial. They say that as temperatures rise, the ice sheets might melt faster, causing floods that flush out tons of toxic chemicals from our soil and bodies.
However, others caution that this theory sounds a lot like a plot in a science fiction movie.
Statistics
- Your mouth makes a lot of saliva every day It might seem like way too much, but your salivary glands typically produce anywhere from 0.5 and 1.5 liters a day, according to a 2009 study published in the Journal of Medicine and Life. (romper.com)
- In fact, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, you make 15 to 30 gallons of tears each year, which is insane when you think about it. (romper.com)
- According to a 2018 study published in Free Radical Biology & Medicine, this is because blood pressure is regulated by our innate circadian rhythm and internal clock. (romper.com)
- The average human adult male heart rate is between 70 and 72 beats per minute, while the average for adult women is between 78 and 82 beats, which is significantly faster, according to 2014 published in the Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. (romper.com)
- You spend about 10% of your time awake blinking (romper.com)
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What is the scariest movie?
There are likely to be 10 different answers to the question of which scary movies you watch.
Some people love horror films. Some people enjoy sci-fi movies. Some prefer comedies.
No matter your taste, there are some scary movies that everyone has seen.
These are ten of most terrifying scary movies ever made, including the classic Halloween and the modern Paranormal Activity.
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"Cabin Folly" – "Cabin Folly" is one among the most frightening zombie movies. It shows a virus that makes people turn into zombies.
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"Thir13en Ghosts," - Based on the true story Jack the Ripper's serial killer, "Thirteen Ghosts," features a group teenagers who are possessed by ghosts.
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"Pulse", a thriller, tells the story about a man held captive in his apartment by a violent crime spree. He must use only the items from his house to fight off his attackers.
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"The Descent" - One of the first found footage horror movies, "The Descent" follows a group of strangers venturing underground for an adventure. Things quickly go horribly wrong once they reach their destination.
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"Get Out"- Jordan Peele was famous for creating one the most terrifying horror movies ever created in 2017. "Get Out" shows a young, black photographer visiting his white family for the holidays. The darkest secrets of his past are brought to light when he arrives.
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"Paranormal Activity", (2007) - "Paranormal Activity", was the first movie made from found footage. The movie featured a new spin of ghost stories, starring Katie Featherston.
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"Audition" in Japan - To stand before an audience and to be judged. That's exactly what happens in this film when high school student Kiyoko waits to hear if she will make it big time as a pop star.
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James Wan created the "Saw" series after years of making low-budget horror films. He was tired of finding new ways to shock audiences. He decided to break from horror films and create Jigsaw.
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"Tales From the Crypt". "Tales From the Crypt," is becoming more and more disturbing with each passing year. Hollywood has made many sequels that feature the crypt keeper terrorizing different cities across the US over the years.
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"Carrie," 1976. "Carrie", 1976. Telekinesis was introduced to viewers by Carrie. Carrie White can manipulate objects simply by thinking about them.