In the scope of the universe, our planet remains an anomaly to us as it is the only known planet in the universe where life flourished. This is due in large part to the presence of liquid water on our planet’s surface; it is a well-known fact that three-quarters of the earth’s surface is filled with water. Water is one of the key ingredients needed for carbon-based life as we know it and is essential to sustain a healthy body; here are some facts on water and the role it plays in our lives.

Our Need for Water

Contrary to common belief, our bodies are in fact composed of roughly 60% water rather than 90%. In order to function properly, the human body must replenish fluids lost through digestion and urination; as a general rule of thumb a human can only survive for ab

It’s funny the things that you do not understand when you are little. For instance, you never realized that all of the other children paid for their lunches at school while you simply walked through the line and picked up your food. You never realized that the too short haircuts that your mom forced on you when you were little were not just a way to make you look like a boy. Instead, you found out years later that after your mom had fought the battle of head lice three times before you and your sister had been in school for a month one time, she vowed that she would never again have to face that threat. Instead, she kept your hair short and constantly watched for any signs of more trouble.
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