12 Things That Are More Fragile, Rare, Or Precious Than You Think

Welcome to the list of the 12 most surprisingly fragile (or rare) things in the world. We all know that some things can be fragile, but it’s often surprising to find out just how delicate some of these items can be. From the Earth’s magnetic field to the rarest of viruses, these items are all fragile in their own unique way. 

This list will take you on a journey of discovery, as you learn about the fragility of the Earth’s magnetic field, the slim chance of a super-eruption at Yellowstone National Park, the deadly effects of Fatal Familial Insomnia, the weak stomach aneurysms, Brett Maher’s four missed extra points, the rarity of Astatine, the short lifespan of domestic rabbits, the human-exclusive HIV virus, the 1% of real wasabi, the sharp yet fragile obsidian knives, and finally, the brain’s squishable yet cushioned nature. 

So come along and explore this list of the 12 most surprisingly fragile (or rare) things in the world. You never know what you might learn.

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