Nylon is made from coal and petroleum.
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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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The Earth's atmosphere weighs about 5.5 quadrillion tons.
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Galalith is a type of plastic that can be made from milk. It is odourless, insoluble in water, biodegradable, anti-allergenic, antistatic, and virtually non-flammable.
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Cold water weighs more than hot water.
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German scientists claim to have evidence that suggests that our universe may exist inside of a computer simulated Matrix.
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The gas that gives rotten eggs their distinctive foul smell may slow ageing and block damaging chemical reactions inside cells, according to scientists in China.
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One gallon of used motor oil can ruin approximately one million gallons of fresh water!
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