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Biology

Brain Biomechanics

Quick fact

The brain is about 80% water and has a consistency similar to gelatin, making it extremely sensitive to rapid acceleration or deceleration forces.

Why this is interesting

Your brain is as soft as firm jelly—yet it's housed inside a hard, bony skull. How does it survive everyday jolts and sudden stops?