One barrel of petroleum holds 42 gallons.
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In 1999, Harvard physicist Lene Hau was able to slow down light to 17 meters per second and in 2001, was able to stop light completely.
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Nylon is made from coal and petroleum.
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If you are locked in a completely sealed room, you will die of carbon dioxide poisoning first before you will die of oxygen deprivation.
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According to scientists, the color of the cup that we're drinking from can alter our perception of the actual taste of the drink.
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One third of the electricity produced on earth is used to power electric light bulbs!
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The average home creates more pollution than does the average car.
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One cubic foot of gold weighs more than 1,200 pounds!
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