German chemists made a replica of a trophy the size of one molecule.
68
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.
15
One barrel of petroleum holds 42 gallons.
20
The bark of an older redwood tree is fireproof.
65
One gallon of used motor oil can ruin approximately one million gallons of fresh water!
71
The use of emoticons affects our corresponding brain areas and can actually trigger emotions.
21
Cellophane is not made of plastic. It is made from a plant fiber, cellulose, which has been shredded and aged.
44