One barrel of petroleum holds 42 gallons.
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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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There is a surgical implant being developed that will give you an orgasm at the touch of a button.
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A 'jiffy' is an actual unit of time for 1/100th of a second!
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In the 60s, a scientist gave LSD to dolphins in an attempt to teach them English.
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Airports that are at higher altitudes require a longer airstrip due to lower air density.
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Because heat expands the metal, the Eiffel Tower always leans away from the sun.
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