0.3% of solar energy from the Sahara is enough to power the whole of Europe.
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There is a surgical implant being developed that will give you an orgasm at the touch of a button.
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The weight of a carat (200 milligrams), standard unit of measurement for gemstones, is based on the weight of the carob seed.
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The hair of an adult man or woman can stretch 25 percent of its length without breaking.
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When you walk down a steep hill, the pressure on your knees is equal to three times your body weight.
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Brass doorknobs automatically disinfect themselves in about 8 hours.
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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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Rafflesia Arnoldii is the largest flower in the world and can grow as big as an umbrella.
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