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Why do we have toes on our feet?
How much do you weigh? Whatever it is, it's sure a lot of weight for your poor feet to carry. How do they do it? With...

Why doesn't it hurt when you cut your finger nails?
It doesn't hurt because there are no sensory nerves in your finger nails. If you hit your fingernail with a hammer,...

Do identical twins have the same finger prints?
Genetics is no the only determining factor in figerprint development. The environment in the womb (e.g. what the...

Why do my fingers, toes, and ears get cold first on a winter day?
It would sure be terrific if your toes could stay toasty all the time. But this doesn't happen in frosty weather...

What makes your hands prune up when soaked in water?
It has to do with the the way your fingers are made. The tips of fingers and toes are covered by a tough, thick layer...

What are fingernails and toenails made of?
Fingernails and toenails, hair, skin, animal fur, animal claws and hooves, and even animal feathers are largely made...