At 15 years old, Jack Andraka invented a method of diagnosing pancreatic cancer, thus helping to save the lives of millions of people around the world. It is 168 times faster, 26,000 times cheaper, 400 times more sensitive, and has a 99% success rate.
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Sound travels fifteen times faster through steel than through air.
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The force of a suction cup is calculated using F=AP.
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Scientists concluded that the chicken came first, not the egg, because the protein which makes the egg shells is only produced by hens.
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The Manchineel Tree is so poisonous, rainwater dripping off it’s leaves will burn your skin.
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One third of the electricity produced on earth is used to power electric light bulbs!
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If the chemical sodium is dropped into water it will immediately and violently explode.
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Balsa wood is classified as a hard wood!
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