Yale researchers discovered the mutation among one particular Connecticut family.They have bones that are super strong and extremely resistant to breaking.Understanding this phenomenon may help medical researchers work up a novel cure for osteoporosis.2.Incredible vision

Image credit: Hannaford, Flickr.How many colors can the average person see?The answer: about 1 million.Those with tetrachromacy, however, are estimated to see up to 100 million colors.While most humans have three color receptors in their eyes, tetrachromats, usually women, have four.This is caused by a mutation of the opsin gene.About 12% of women have it.But possessing the gene doesn’t guarantee you’ll develop the ability.What scientists have noticed is, those who carry the mutation and encounter a number of different colors, constantly, from a young age on, often develop it.Scientists are now just beginning to develop an understanding of this condition.3.Super strength

Image credit: US Air Force.Who wouldn’t want to be stronger?