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Some scientists think that the appendix was made for digesting tougher materials the human would eat (to keep from starving) such a grass and leaves, but no one knows for certain what it's for.

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Can humans be born without hair?

Yes, humans can be born without hair, a condition known as congenital atrichia. This rare genetic disorder results in the absence of hair on the scalp and body. It is typically caused by mutations in specific genes that are responsible for hair follicle development.


What is the function of a appendix?

There is no longer a function for our appendix in modern society, it is left over from our prehistoric predecessors. Some times it can collect food and bacteria, causing its self to rupture, since it no longer can function at respelling its own contents


Can a human live without a skeleton?

There at some people who are born missing several bones in the body. This is called Phocomelia. There are a number of famous people with this. Some people are born without vertebrae. It does seem that it is possible that people are born without some bones and some do live.Also information on a child born with out a skull:http://www.cosmopolitan.com/lifestyle/news/a46821/baby-born-with-most-of-skull-missing-celebrates-first-birthday/


Will humans one day be born without a pinky toe?

It's highly unlikely that humans will evolve to be born without a pinky toe, as the toe serves a functional purpose in balance and stability. Evolutionary changes typically occur over long periods of time in response to environmental pressures, and the loss of a pinky toe would not provide a significant survival advantage.


Humans are born with how many kidneys in there body?

Human body has two kidneys

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Which creature born without teeth?

Humans are born without teeth.


Are males missing a bone that female have?

No, of course not. All adult humans have the same number of bones (206). If you are thinking that men should be missing a rib because of Adam? No, Adam's rib was "surgically"removed, his genetic code was not changed to have one less rib. If your mother had her appendix or tonsils out as a child, were you born without an appendix or tonsils? Of course not!


How do you know if you have an appendix?

YOu were born with one & if it hasnt been removed you have an appendix.


How are vestigial structures not removed by natural selection?

Yes, because vestigial structures can be harmful. For example, some humans are now born without an appendix which ensures they will not be killed via appendicitis. Having a smaller expression of a vestigial structure, like having a smaller appendix, saves on the energy wasted in maintaining an unneeded structure.


Are humans being born consumers by nature or not?

no


How do you create an appendix?

you dont, your born with one.


Can you remove appendix from a newly born baby?

Yes, My nephew 3 days old had his appendix removed . It was just floating unside him.


How did Henry houdini die?

Harry Houdini, born as Erik Weisz, died on October 31, 1926, due to complications from a ruptured appendix. It is believed that Houdini's appendix had ruptured after being punched by a student who wanted to test his claims of having a strong stomach. However, this theory is still disputed.


Can humans be born without hair?

Yes, humans can be born without hair, a condition known as congenital atrichia. This rare genetic disorder results in the absence of hair on the scalp and body. It is typically caused by mutations in specific genes that are responsible for hair follicle development.


How long does it take to have a baby?

Humans need about 9 months to develop before being born


Can girs be colourblind?

They most certainly can. All humans have the risk of being born or becoming colorblind.


What if you're born with no appendix?

No. On some individuals, the appendix is very small or may be merged into the surrounding tissue during growth. In a rare condition known as situs inversus, the appendix may be on the left side rather than the right side of the abdomen.