Out of all the senses, smell is most closely linked to memory.
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A ball of glass will bounce higher than a ball made of rubber.
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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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Scientists are learning from the 1700-year-old Lycurgus Cup, which changes colour thanks to nano particles.
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One third of the electricity produced on earth is used to power electric light bulbs!
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Most dust particles in your house are made from dead skin!
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Sound travels fifteen times faster through steel than through air.
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