In Arizona, a solar wind energy tower has been proposed that would generate as much energy as the Hoover Dam.
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Every day, plants convert sunlight into energy equivalent to six times the entire power consumption of human civilization.
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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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Scientists at the Zhejiang University in China have developed an ultra-light material known as carbon aerogel.
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Stephen Hawking once tried to find potential time travellers by throwing a party and only sending out invitations after the party.
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The Earth's atmosphere weighs about 5.5 quadrillion tons.
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Research indicates that plants grow healthier when they are stroked.
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