Scientists are attempting to create a synthetic brain by reverse-engineering the mammalian brain down to the molecular level. A cellular human brain is predicted possible by 2023. It hopes to shed light on consciousness.
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The bark of an older redwood tree is fireproof.
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0.3% of solar energy from the Sahara is enough to power the whole of Europe.
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Balsa wood is classified as a hard wood!
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Pure water (H2O) does not conduct electricity on its own.
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The smell of freshly cut grass is actually a plant distress call.
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Sound at the right vibration can bore holes through a solid object.
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Liquid TIDE laundry detergent glows under a blacklight.
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