Scientists concluded that the chicken came first, not the egg, because the protein which makes the egg shells is only produced by hens.
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The only letter not appearing on the Periodic Table is the letter "J".
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The Manchineel Tree is so poisonous, rainwater dripping off it’s leaves will burn your skin.
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In zero gravity, a candle's flame is round and blue.
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The average home creates more pollution than does the average car.
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Termites are being researched as a possible renewable energy source as they can produce up to 2 litres of hydrogen from ingesting a single sheet of paper, making them one of the planet’s most efficient bioreactors.
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Indoor pollution is 10 times more toxic than outdoor pollution.
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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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