Rafflesia Arnoldii is the largest flower in the world and can grow as big as an umbrella.
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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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Diamonds can be shattered with a hammer.
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If the chemical sodium is dropped into water it will immediately and violently explode.
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A cubic yard of air weighs about 2 pounds at sea level.
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The smell of freshly cut grass is actually a plant distress call.
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The Manchineel Tree is so poisonous, rainwater dripping off it’s leaves will burn your skin.
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Neanderthal man had a brain capacity 100cc larger than modern man's.
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