Out of all the senses, smell is most closely linked to memory.
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The use of emoticons affects our corresponding brain areas and can actually trigger emotions.
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The weight of a carat (200 milligrams), standard unit of measurement for gemstones, is based on the weight of the carob seed.
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The storage capacity of human brain exceeds 4 Terrabytes.
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Columbia University has developed an artificial tree that passively soaks up carbon dioxide from the air using "leaves" that are 1,000 times more efficient than true leaves that use photosynthesis.
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All Humans Are 99.9% Genetically Identical and 98.4% of human genes are the same as the genes of a chimpanzee.
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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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One barrel of petroleum holds 42 gallons.
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