Out of all the senses, smell is most closely linked to memory.
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In the 60s, a scientist gave LSD to dolphins in an attempt to teach them English.
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The force of a suction cup is calculated using F=AP.
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In the 1950s, the US government placed beer next to an atomic bomb blast to determine if it was still drinkable. The result: in the event of a nuclear war, beer is safe to drink!
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Termites are being researched as a possible renewable energy source as they can produce up to 2 litres of hydrogen from ingesting a single sheet of paper, making them one of the planet’s most efficient bioreactors.
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Hot water can freeze faster than cold water.
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Most liquid laundry detergents are alive with living organisms that help to break down stains!
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The use of emoticons affects our corresponding brain areas and can actually trigger emotions.
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