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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For every gallon of sea water, you get more than a quarter pound of salt.
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The bark of an older redwood tree is fireproof.
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Some toothpastes and deodorants contain the same chemicals found in antifreeze.
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In the 60s, a scientist gave LSD to dolphins in an attempt to teach them English.
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A 'jiffy' is an actual unit of time for 1/100th of a second!
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Because heat expands the metal, the Eiffel Tower always leans away from the sun.
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Diamonds can be shattered with a hammer.
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