{What she perhaps didn't realize is that the embalming fluid pumped into the veins expands the body's erectile tissues, with the result that male anatomy lab cadavers may be markedly better endowed in death than they were in life.}
In "Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers," author Mary Roach explores the peculiarities surrounding human remains and the science behind cadaver preservation. One particularly intriguing aspect she discusses is the impact of embalming fluid, which can cause changes in the physical appearance of corpses, especially male cadavers. This unexpected transformation affects the size of their erectile tissues, creating a notable difference in their anatomical features compared to when they were...
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