The weight of a carat (200 milligrams), standard unit of measurement for gemstones, is based on the weight of the carob seed.
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The force of a suction cup is calculated using F=AP.
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One 75-watt bulb gives more light than three 25-watt bulbs.
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In the 60s, a scientist gave LSD to dolphins in an attempt to teach them English.
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Scientists have developed a microparticle filled with oxygen that can be injected into the blood stream, enabling us to live without breathing.
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Indoor pollution is 10 times more toxic than outdoor pollution.
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The Earth's atmosphere weighs about 5.5 quadrillion tons.
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