Only 12,000 years ago there was a species closely related to modern humans called Homo floresiensis that had been living on an Indonesian Island. They used fire and rather advanced tools, yet were only about 3 feet tall and weighed around 25kg.
15
If the chemical sodium is dropped into water it will immediately and violently explode.
67
Scientists aren't sure what color dinosaurs were.
312
The idea of left brain (logical) and right brain (creative) has no basis in neuroscience and is in fact a myth.
16
One barrel of petroleum holds 42 gallons.
20
According to scientists, the color of the cup that we're drinking from can alter our perception of the actual taste of the drink.
12
Sound at the right vibration can bore holes through a solid object.
134
Indoor pollution is 10 times more toxic than outdoor pollution.
62