(CC BY-NC) How critical is a body part or its function? We began with a simple observation: Different body parts and functions have different effects on the odds that a person will survive and thrive.

We began with a simple observation: Different body parts and functions have different effects on the odds that a person will survive and thrive. Life without a toe is a nuisance. But life without ...

“Its estimated lifespan is 5 to 10 years, estimated total body length is 12-17 cm [4.7 to 6.6 inches].” [ Related: These self-cloning crayfish ladies could take over the world. ] They are also ...

Why we have body parts we don't need is simple. According to the Harvard Health website, they were most likely necessary at one point but eventually became nonessential through evolution.

The body contains all the internal organs, body parts, bones and muscles that make up the human anatomy. Your fleshy body has evolved over millions of years, and this is the science changing the way ...

Scientists have described a new species of colorful crayfish—and it might already be sitting in your aquarium. The researchers detailed their discovery in the journal Zootaxa last week.

1. Clean the crayfish, cut in half and devein. Wash well and set aside. 2. Heat the oil in a large saucepan and fry the onions until golden, 5–10 minutes. Add the tomatoes, green pepper, garlic and ...

Created with Sketch. Consider everything your body does for you. Thank the different parts of your body. Do your arms let you hold the people you love? Do your legs take you on walks to beautiful ...

We classified subjects into weight change profiles according to baseline body mass index (BMI) categories and weight change over 20 years. We estimated trajectories of lung function over time as a ...

Myelinated neurons transmit electrical signals more quickly than the unmyelinated nerves in the body. Myelinated axons are present in sensory neurons and motor neurons, but not all sensory and motor ...

Executive function describes a set of cognitive processes and mental skills that help an individual plan, monitor, and successfully execute their goals. The “executive functions,” as they’re ...

The overall average body fat percentage in the United States is about 39.9% for women and 28.1% for men, so below these amounts would technically be “below average.” However, most people in the United ...