In 1999, Harvard physicist Lene Hau was able to slow down light to 17 meters per second and in 2001, was able to stop light completely.
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The average temperature at 40,000 feet above sea level is -60 F.
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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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In Arizona, a solar wind energy tower has been proposed that would generate as much energy as the Hoover Dam.
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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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Scientists aren't sure what color dinosaurs were.
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Most dust particles in your house are made from dead skin!
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In zero gravity, a candle's flame is round and blue.
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