Scientists are attempting to create a synthetic brain by reverse-engineering the mammalian brain down to the molecular level. A cellular human brain is predicted possible by 2023. It hopes to shed light on consciousness.
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Scientists in Germany have developed a candy that doesn't cause cavities.
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The earth is approx. 6,588,000,000,000,000,000 tons.
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A cubic yard of air weighs about 2 pounds at sea level.
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Hot water can freeze faster than cold water.
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The only letter not appearing on the Periodic Table is the letter "J".
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The average home creates more pollution than does the average car.
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The hair of an adult man or woman can stretch 25 percent of its length without breaking.
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