Termites are being researched as a possible renewable energy source as they can produce up to 2 litres of hydrogen from ingesting a single sheet of paper, making them one of the planet’s most efficient bioreactors.
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Because heat expands the metal, the Eiffel Tower always leans away from the sun.
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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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Scientists in Germany have developed a candy that doesn't cause cavities.
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According to studies, men change their minds two to three times more often than women.
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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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Every day, plants convert sunlight into energy equivalent to six times the entire power consumption of human civilization.
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The hair of an adult man or woman can stretch 25 percent of its length without breaking.
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