Chapter
The Evolution of Human Tubes
34:50 - 43:40 (08:50)
This episode explores the evolution of the human body and how various tubes in our body have evolved, from the mucus elevator in our lungs to the tube down to the stomach, which is the esophagus.
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The human body starts as a simple microscopic tube and undergoes a complex process of development resulting in a more complicated organism with different organs and functions.
34:50 - 38:12 (03:22)
Human Development
Summary
The human body starts as a simple microscopic tube and undergoes a complex process of development resulting in a more complicated organism with different organs and functions.
ChapterThe Evolution of Human Tubes
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PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Learn about the mucus elevator in our lungs and the intricacies of swallowing, including how the Adam's apple plays a role in preventing food and drink from going down the "wrong pipe."
38:12 - 43:40 (05:28)
Science
Summary
Learn about the mucus elevator in our lungs and the intricacies of swallowing, including how the Adam's apple plays a role in preventing food and drink from going down the "wrong pipe."