Dr.Jonas Salk, the man who came up with the cure for polio, didn’t patent the drug. This made the drug more affordable to the general public, and he lost out an an estimated $7 billion dollars for himself.
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At room temperature, the average air molecule travels at the speed of a rifle bullet.
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Scientists in Germany have developed a candy that doesn't cause cavities.
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No matter how cold it gets, gasoline will not freeze.
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In 1999, Harvard physicist Lene Hau was able to slow down light to 17 meters per second and in 2001, was able to stop light completely.
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Most liquid laundry detergents are alive with living organisms that help to break down stains!
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According to scientists, the color of the cup that we're drinking from can alter our perception of the actual taste of the drink.
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Indoor pollution is 10 times more toxic than outdoor pollution.
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