Science Facts

    Random Science Facts

    There are 113 Science Facts!

    Why Do Old Books Have a Distinct Smell?
    The reason why old books have such a distinct smell is because hundreds of organic compounds in the pages break down over time and release chemicals that smell like almond, vanilla, and grass.
    33
    There is a surgical implant being developed that will give you an orgasm at the touch of a button.
    20
    Airports that are at higher altitudes require a longer airstrip due to lower air density.
    39
    Scientists aren't sure what color dinosaurs were.
    312
    No matter how cold it gets, gasoline will not freeze.
    107
    Scientists are now able to grow 'beating' heart tissue in a lab!
    162
    A 'jiffy' is an actual unit of time for 1/100th of a second!
    66
    According to scientists, the color of the cup that we're drinking from can alter our perception of the actual taste of the drink.
    12