Pure water (H2O) does not conduct electricity on its own.
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The earth is approx. 6,588,000,000,000,000,000 tons.
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There is a surgical implant being developed that will give you an orgasm at the touch of a button.
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Optical illusions occur when what the eyes see conflicts with what the brain expects.
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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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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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