7 billion people: World has a poop problem

Tuesday, October 25, 2011 - 15:31 in Physics & Chemistry

The 7 billionth person on Earth will draw a first breath on Oct. 31, at least according to estimates by the United Nations. Assuming all systems are in working order, that baby will also create its first output that same day, in the form of a dirty diaper.

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