The American Conservative

The Myth of American Meritocracy: Quantitative Sources and Methods

Main article: The Myth of American Meritocracy Appendix A: Current and Historical Estimates of American Jewish Population Appendix B: Estimated Age and State Distribution of American Racial and Ethnic ...
Medical Xpress

Why the appendix is much more important than we once thought

You may have heard that astronauts have their appendix removed before leaving Earth. After all, people say you can live without this organ because it serves no purpose, but how much truth is there in ...
The Scientist

What Does the Appendix Do?

The human appendix is a small, muscular, vermiform or worm-shaped organ, averaging around 9cm in length, that is located at the junction of the small and large intestine. 1 According to comparative ...
Indiatimes

Can fruit seeds pose a threat to the appendix? Facts vs myths

If you’ve ever been told that swallowing a fruit seed could land you in the hospital with appendicitis, you’re not alone. This myth has been circulating for generations. But is there any truth to it?
Healthline

What Does the Appendix Do and What Happens After Removal?

The appendix is a small tube-like organ attached to the end of the large intestine, near where the small intestine meets it. Modern research suggests it plays a role in intestinal health and immune ...