0.3% of solar energy from the Sahara is enough to power the whole of Europe.
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Rafflesia Arnoldii is the largest flower in the world and can grow as big as an umbrella.
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The gas that gives rotten eggs their distinctive foul smell may slow ageing and block damaging chemical reactions inside cells, according to scientists in China.
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At room temperature, the average air molecule travels at the speed of a rifle bullet.
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The Manchineel Tree is so poisonous, rainwater dripping off it’s leaves will burn your skin.
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The use of emoticons affects our corresponding brain areas and can actually trigger emotions.
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Oak trees produce 2,200 acorns in a season, but each acorn only has a 1 in 10,000 chance of becoming an oak tree.
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One third of the electricity produced on earth is used to power electric light bulbs!
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