The Manchineel Tree is so poisonous, rainwater dripping off it’s leaves will burn your skin.
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Most liquid laundry detergents are alive with living organisms that help to break down stains!
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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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A single cup of gasoline, when ignited, has the same explosive power as five sticks of dynamite.
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If the chemical sodium is dropped into water it will immediately and violently explode.
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The use of emoticons affects our corresponding brain areas and can actually trigger emotions.
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