spleen is multi-talented

An example of anthropomorphism in popular science writing:

"The spleen is a multi-talented organ: it removes old red blood cells and plays a vital role in the immune system."

Carver, C. (2017). Immune. How your body defends and protects you. Bloomsbury Sigma.

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Author: Keith

Former school and college science teacher, teacher educator, research supervisor, and research methods lecturer. Emeritus Professor of Science Education at the University of Cambridge.