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What does the anatomy of a fairy (10-20 inches tall, flying humanoid being) look like, as evolved from a regular human being?

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How might it be possible to move a star?

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Could a Greater Number and Diversity of Marine Plant Species be Possible?

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is it biologically possible for a creature that can be compatible to reproduce with any creature?

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Would stronger tendons and bones allow for stronger muscles for the same weight?

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Could anti-matter virtual particles be theoretically harvested from the quantum flux?

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