Termites are being researched as a possible renewable energy source as they can produce up to 2 litres of hydrogen from ingesting a single sheet of paper, making them one of the planet’s most efficient bioreactors.
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A ball of glass will bounce higher than a ball made of rubber.
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The smell of freshly cut grass is actually a plant distress call.
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The storage capacity of human brain exceeds 4 Terrabytes.
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Nearly 50% of the world's scientists are assigned to military projects.
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Scientists are learning from the 1700-year-old Lycurgus Cup, which changes colour thanks to nano particles.
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Stannous fluoride, which is the cavity fighter found in toothpaste is made from recycled tin.
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For every gallon of sea water, you get more than a quarter pound of salt.
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