One common “fact” that is actually false is the belief that humans swallow an average of eight spiders a year while sleeping. There is no scientific evidence to support this claim, and it is highly unlikely given that spiders generally avoid humans. This myth likely emerged from a combination of misunderstandings about spiders and the fear of them, but it has no basis in reality.
One common “fact” that is actually false is the belief that humans swallow an average of eight spiders a year while sleeping. There is no scientific evidence to support this claim, and it is highly unlikely given that spiders generally avoid humans. This myth likely emerged from a combination of misunderstandings about spiders and the fear of them, but it has no basis in reality.