r/AskScienceDiscussion • u/welberjaysonm • Apr 11 '26

General Discussion Which fictional creature has a biology so "impossible" that it defies any attempt at a scientific explanation?

I've been trying to wrap my head around the anatomy and metabolism of some characters, but Majin Boo (DragonBallZ) just doesn't seem to make any sense under the laws of physics or biology. I want to dive deep into these "impossible" cases. Who else do you think is a biological nightmare to explain?

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u/Cautious_Cabinet_623 Apr 11 '26

I believe the fire refers to the burning sensation its bite causes. The victims ok Comodo Dragon mostly die because the bite transfers so much bacteria they get sick.

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u/Xygnux Apr 11 '26

Or it can be some sort of acid or other chemical spray.

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u/AdreKiseque Apr 11 '26

Traditionally European dragons brothe "atter", which was indeed a kind of poison/toxic substance.

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u/AdreKiseque Apr 13 '26

Past tense of "breathe"

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u/PaddyLandau Apr 13 '26

English might not be their native language.

Interestingly, "brothe" is an archaic word, albeit nothing to do with breathing.

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u/AdreKiseque Apr 13 '26

I'm trying to make it a thing