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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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    Nylon is made from coal and petroleum.
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    Bioluminescent Plants
    Bioluminescent Plants
    The world's first genetically-engineered bioluminescent (glow-in-the-dark) house plants have been created and could eventually be used as a functional light source.
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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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    The 'Unicorn Bull'
    In 1933, a biologist created a "unicorn bull".
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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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    Sound at the right vibration can bore holes through a solid object.
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