In 1999, Harvard physicist Lene Hau was able to slow down light to 17 meters per second and in 2001, was able to stop light completely.
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According to scientists, the color of the cup that we're drinking from can alter our perception of the actual taste of the drink.
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The Manchineel Tree is so poisonous, rainwater dripping off it’s leaves will burn your skin.
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If the chemical sodium is dropped into water it will immediately and violently explode.
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Scientists are learning from the 1700-year-old Lycurgus Cup, which changes colour thanks to nano particles.
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Every day, plants convert sunlight into energy equivalent to six times the entire power consumption of human civilization.
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Pumice is the only rock that floats on water.
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