In one day, a full grown redwood tree expels more than 2 tons of water through its leaves.
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An earthquake on Dec. 16, 1811 caused parts of the Mississippi River to flow backwards.
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If Manhattan had the same population density as Alaska, there would only be 15 people living there.
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If Antarctica's ice sheets melted, the worlds oceans would rise by 60 to 65 metres (200 - 210ft) - everywhere
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Longest officially recognized place name is Taumatawhakatangihangakoauauotamateapokaiwhenuakitanatahu.
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One cubic mile of seawater contains about 50 pounds of gold.
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