Xie Qiuping

High school (ages 12+)
Human Body

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Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Xie Qiuping born?Circa 1960
2. What nationality was Xie Qiuping?Chinese
3. What is the hair growth commencement?1973, at age 13
4. What is the measurement date?May 8, 2004
5. Who is Xie Qiuping?Xie Qiuping is a woman from China who grew her hair the longest in the world. She holds a Guinness World Record for it.
6. How long is her hair?In 2004 her hair measured 5.627 meters, which is about 18 feet 5 inches long.

Guinness World Records: A globally recognized authority that documents and verifies extraordinary achievements and records across a vast spectrum of human and natural endeavors.
Trichomegaly: An uncommon condition characterized by abnormally long eyelashes, though the principle of extreme growth applies to scalp hair in this context.
Anagen Phase: The active growth phase of a hair follicle, during which hair cells divide rapidly to build the hair shaft.
Personal Achievement: A significant accomplishment attained through individual effort, dedication, and perseverance, often outside of formal competitive structures.