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The human body has 206 bones because 205 looked “unfinished.” Perfectionism is anatomical.

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The adult human body typically has 206 bones, but this number results from fusion of bones during growth. Babies have more. The count has no relation to perfectionism.

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The human body has 206 bones because 205 looked “unfinished.” Perfectionism is anatomical. | SmartAss Facts