The weight of a carat (200 milligrams), standard unit of measurement for gemstones, is based on the weight of the carob seed.
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According to studies, men change their minds two to three times more often than women.
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Scientists have developed a microparticle filled with oxygen that can be injected into the blood stream, enabling us to live without breathing.
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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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In the 60s, a scientist gave LSD to dolphins in an attempt to teach them English.
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If the chemical sodium is dropped into water it will immediately and violently explode.
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There is a surgical implant being developed that will give you an orgasm at the touch of a button.
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The left ear is more responsive to words of love and emotion whispered into it than the right.
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