Only 12,000 years ago there was a species closely related to modern humans called Homo floresiensis that had been living on an Indonesian Island. They used fire and rather advanced tools, yet were only about 3 feet tall and weighed around 25kg.
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A single cup of gasoline, when ignited, has the same explosive power as five sticks of dynamite.
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In Arizona, a solar wind energy tower has been proposed that would generate as much energy as the Hoover Dam.
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Nearly 50% of the world's scientists are assigned to military projects.
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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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Rafflesia Arnoldii is the largest flower in the world and can grow as big as an umbrella.
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The Manchineel Tree is so poisonous, rainwater dripping off it’s leaves will burn your skin.
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Airports that are at higher altitudes require a longer airstrip due to lower air density.
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