The average temperature at 40,000 feet above sea level is -60 F.
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The Manchineel Tree is so poisonous, rainwater dripping off it’s leaves will burn your skin.
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The use of emoticons affects our corresponding brain areas and can actually trigger emotions.
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Scientists in Germany have developed a candy that doesn't cause cavities.
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Optical illusions occur when what the eyes see conflicts with what the brain expects.
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Nearly 50% of the world's scientists are assigned to military projects.
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Some toothpastes and deodorants contain the same chemicals found in antifreeze.
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MIT has developed a camera that captures the speed of light at a trillion frames per second.
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