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Why Do Fingers, Toes Prune Fast When Soaked in Water? Evolution May Have the Answer

Medicine & Technology Aug 09, 2021

When fingers or toes are soaked underwater, they prune up fast, creating wrinkles that seem to have no use for humans. But experts say this is another example of the brilliance of evolution.

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Why Do Fingers, Toes Prune Fast When Soaked in Water? Evolution May Have the Answer

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