Stannous fluoride, which is the cavity fighter found in toothpaste is made from recycled tin.
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Every day, plants convert sunlight into energy equivalent to six times the entire power consumption of human civilization.
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Each day, up to 150 species of life become extinct.
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Nearly 50% of the world's scientists are assigned to military projects.
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Oxygen, carbon, hydrogen and nitrogen make up 90% of the human body.
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Approximately 70 percent of the earth is covered by water. Only 1 percent of this water is drinkable.
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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 Manchineel Tree is so poisonous, rainwater dripping off it’s leaves will burn your skin.
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