The Earth's atmosphere weighs about 5.5 quadrillion tons.
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In Arizona, a solar wind energy tower has been proposed that would generate as much energy as the Hoover Dam.
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A single cup of gasoline, when ignited, has the same explosive power as five sticks of dynamite.
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In the 60s, a scientist gave LSD to dolphins in an attempt to teach them English.
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A coal power station puts 100 times more radiation into the air than a nuclear power plant producing the same amount of energy.
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The average temperature at 40,000 feet above sea level is -60 F.
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Diamonds can be shattered with a hammer.
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