Myth: Humans have 100 billion brain cells.

Myth: Humans have 100 billion brain cells.

Mitesh Patel

17, June, 19

INSPIRATION & LEARNING, MYTH BUSTERS

Reality: In 2009, scientists found that you actually have more like 86 billion brain cells. It’s tempting to round up, but this difference is significant when you consider the fact that 14 billion neurons might represent the entire brain of another creature. 

Source: https://www.businessinsider.com/worst-science-health-myths-2016-1?IR=T#myth-humans-have-100-billion-brain-cells-65