Brass doorknobs automatically disinfect themselves in about 8 hours.
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The storage capacity of human brain exceeds 4 Terrabytes.
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0.3% of solar energy from the Sahara is enough to power the whole of Europe.
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Some toothpastes and deodorants contain the same chemicals found in antifreeze.
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In the 1950s, the US government placed beer next to an atomic bomb blast to determine if it was still drinkable. The result: in the event of a nuclear war, beer is safe to drink!
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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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In zero gravity, a candle's flame is round and blue.
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In the 60s, a scientist gave LSD to dolphins in an attempt to teach them English.
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