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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A single cup of gasoline, when ignited, has the same explosive power as five sticks of dynamite.
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Each day, up to 150 species of life become extinct.
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Out of all the senses, smell is most closely linked to memory.
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The average temperature at 40,000 feet above sea level is -60 F.
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The bark of an older redwood tree is fireproof.
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In zero gravity, a candle's flame is round and blue.
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One gallon of used motor oil can ruin approximately one million gallons of fresh water!
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