Galalith is a type of plastic that can be made from milk. It is odourless, insoluble in water, biodegradable, anti-allergenic, antistatic, and virtually non-flammable.
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Pure water (H2O) does not conduct electricity on its own.
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0.3% of solar energy from the Sahara is enough to power the whole of Europe.
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Nylon is made from coal and petroleum.
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If the chemical sodium is dropped into water it will immediately and violently explode.
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Diamonds can be shattered with a hammer.
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Rafflesia Arnoldii is the largest flower in the world and can grow as big as an umbrella.
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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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