Why Our Bodies Retain Vestigial Parts

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Discover why our bodies retain parts like the human third eyelid that seem useless today. Despite not aiding in our daily functions, these vestigial structures persist. Timeline of discussions: 00:48 - The Plica semilunaris 01:26 - The Palmaris longus 02:23 - Darwin’s tubercle 03:22 - Goosebumps 04:04 - The coccyx Note: This content is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a healthcare provider for any health-related queries or emergencies. 00:48: The Plica semilunaris01:26: The Palmaris longus02:23: Darwin’s tubercle03:22: Goosebumps04:04: The coccyx #vestigialstructures #humananatomy #thirdeyelid #Plicasemilunaris #Palmarislongus #Darwin’stubercle #Goosebumps #coccyx See show notes: https://inlet.fm/your-body-on/episodes/67dda484e7a265c57f7e10de Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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