The use of emoticons affects our corresponding brain areas and can actually trigger emotions.
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Research indicates that plants grow healthier when they are stroked.
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Pure water (H2O) does not conduct electricity on its own.
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The Manchineel Tree is so poisonous, rainwater dripping off it’s leaves will burn your skin.
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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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Oxygen, carbon, hydrogen and nitrogen make up 90% of the human body.
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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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