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How many bones are in the human body?

An adult human body typically has 206 bones in healthy adults.

The adult human body has 206 bones, providing structural support, protection for organs, and facilitating movement. Babies are born with about 270 bones, many of which fuse during growth. Bones store minerals like calcium and produce blood cells. The femur is the longest bone, while the stapes in the ear is the smallest. Maintaining bone health through nutrition and exercise is crucial throughout life.

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How long does it take for light to travel from the Sun to Earth?

Light from the Sun takes about 8 minutes and 20 seconds to reach Earth.

How long does it take the Moon to orbit Earth?

The Moon orbits Earth in about 27.3 days as officially recognised today.

How many Earths could fit inside Jupiter?

About 1,300 Earths could fit inside Jupiter as officially recognised today.

How many days does it take for the Moon to complete one orbit of Earth?

About 27.3 days for a sidereal orbit as officially recognised today.

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