Because heat expands the metal, the Eiffel Tower always leans away from the sun.
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One 75-watt bulb gives more light than three 25-watt bulbs.
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Galalith is a type of plastic that can be made from milk. It is odourless, insoluble in water, biodegradable, anti-allergenic, antistatic, and virtually non-flammable.
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Liquid TIDE laundry detergent glows under a blacklight.
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The Manchineel Tree is so poisonous, rainwater dripping off it’s leaves will burn your skin.
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If you are locked in a completely sealed room, you will die of carbon dioxide poisoning first before you will die of oxygen deprivation.
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The use of emoticons affects our corresponding brain areas and can actually trigger emotions.
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Nylon is made from coal and petroleum.
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