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World Service,2 mins

What is laughter?

CrowdScience

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Laughter is an involuntary spasming of the rib cage that causes spontaneous and rhythmic loud vocalisation in humans. Laughter expert, Professor Sophie Scott, describes the process for CrowdScience. (Image: An man playing with his dog, and laughing. Credit: Getty Images)

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