You are a phenomenal being, and you deserve to know what makes you so. While part of this reason is that you're actually made up of bizarre phenomena that are simply unexplainable, your body works in a way that is truly fascinating and incomprehensible. And this is just as true for the diverse world that surrounds us. So, if you're curious to know why you're so amazing, I challenge you to try wrapping your head around the following 9 cool facts and prepare to be baffled!
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