It takes a photon 170,000 years to travel from the core of the Sun to the surface, but only 8 minutes to travel the rest of the way to Earth.
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The Manchineel Tree is so poisonous, rainwater dripping off it’s leaves will burn your skin.
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Scientists in Germany have developed a candy that doesn't cause cavities.
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Scientists are now able to grow 'beating' heart tissue in a lab!
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A cubic yard of air weighs about 2 pounds at sea level.
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A single cup of gasoline, when ignited, has the same explosive power as five sticks of dynamite.
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Rafflesia Arnoldii is the largest flower in the world and can grow as big as an umbrella.
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