The discussion centers on the feasibility of giant humans, specifically those 30 to 90 feet tall, and concludes that such size is impossible under current physiological conditions. The square-cube law, articulated by Galileo, dictates that as size increases, volume grows faster than surface area, leading to insufficient oxygen absorption and structural integrity issues. Participants emphasize that evolutionary adaptations would be necessary for any organism to support such size, ultimately rendering a giant human unrecognizable as human. Additionally, claims of historical giant humans lack scientific validation and are often linked to creationist narratives.
PREREQUISITESThis discussion is beneficial for biologists, evolutionary scientists, educators addressing misconceptions about size in biology, and anyone interested in the intersection of science and mythology regarding human size.
jarednjames said:The somebody who claimed it was you. I can quote the post if you want. You must back up that claim or it is worthless - the link with it is not a valid reference. I am challenging it now.
crowbird2 said:Well, may be this link will be little more reliable to you than the previous link:
"[URL almost as fast as speed of sound
----By Dr. Terry Gaff[/URL]
Studies estimate the air speed of a sneeze up to around 85 percent of the speed of sound.