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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Only 12,000 years ago there was a species closely related to modern humans called Homo floresiensis that had been living on an Indonesian Island. They used fire and rather advanced tools, yet were only about 3 feet tall and weighed around 25kg.
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The smell of freshly cut grass is actually a plant distress call.
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In Arizona, a solar wind energy tower has been proposed that would generate as much energy as the Hoover Dam.
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Airports that are at higher altitudes require a longer airstrip due to lower air density.
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The average temperature at 40,000 feet above sea level is -60 F.
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Most liquid laundry detergents are alive with living organisms that help to break down stains!
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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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