Columbia University has developed an artificial tree that passively soaks up carbon dioxide from the air using "leaves" that are 1,000 times more efficient than true leaves that use photosynthesis.
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Pure water (H2O) does not conduct electricity on its own.
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Scientists are learning from the 1700-year-old Lycurgus Cup, which changes colour thanks to nano particles.
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The only letter not appearing on the Periodic Table is the letter "J".
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One gallon of used motor oil can ruin approximately one million gallons of fresh water!
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The idea of left brain (logical) and right brain (creative) has no basis in neuroscience and is in fact a myth.
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Nylon is made from coal and petroleum.
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At 15 years old, Jack Andraka invented a method of diagnosing pancreatic cancer, thus helping to save the lives of millions of people around the world. It is 168 times faster, 26,000 times cheaper, 400 times more sensitive, and has a 99% success rate.
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