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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A single speck of dust is half way in size between a subatomic particle and the Earth.
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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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Scientists concluded that the chicken came first, not the egg, because the protein which makes the egg shells is only produced by hens.
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If the chemical sodium is dropped into water it will immediately and violently explode.
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One third of the electricity produced on earth is used to power electric light bulbs!
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Airports that are at higher altitudes require a longer airstrip due to lower air density.
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