The brain case [of Neanderthals] on the average was more than 13 percent larger than that of the average of modern man
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Optical illusions occur when what the eyes see conflicts with what the brain expects.
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Nylon is made from coal and petroleum.
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In zero gravity, a candle's flame is round and blue.
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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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Hot water can freeze faster than cold water.
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Scientists at the Zhejiang University in China have developed an ultra-light material known as carbon aerogel.
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The storage capacity of human brain exceeds 4 Terrabytes.
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