How many watts does your brain use?

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20 watts

Only 20 watts. Less than a light bulb.

How to get there

1. 2,000 kcal ÷ 24 h ≈ 100 W
2. 100 W × 20% = 20 W

Source: Wikipedia: Human brain, about 20% of energy use

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