There are more than 270 people cryogenically frozen in the hope that one day the technology will exist that can revive them and extend their lives.
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One barrel of petroleum holds 42 gallons.
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Blue eyes are a genetic mutation. Before the mutation occured, all humans had brown eyes.
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Columbia University has developed an artificial tree that passively soaks up carbon dioxide from the air using "leaves" that are 1,000 times more efficient than true leaves that use photosynthesis.
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Pure water (H2O) does not conduct electricity on its own.
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In the 60s, a scientist gave LSD to dolphins in an attempt to teach them English.
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Scientists in Germany have developed a candy that doesn't cause cavities.
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