During photosynthesis, plants emit light humans can’t see, but NASA can see that light from space - and they've even made maps of it!
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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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There are more atoms in one teaspoon of water than there are teaspoons of water in the Atlantic Ocean.
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Nearly 50% of the world's scientists are assigned to military projects.
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One third of the electricity produced on earth is used to power electric light bulbs!
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Each day, up to 150 species of life become extinct.
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Balsa wood is classified as a hard wood!
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One barrel of petroleum holds 42 gallons.
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