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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One third of the electricity produced on earth is used to power electric light bulbs!
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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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The banana plant cannot reproduce itself. It can be propagated only by the hand of man.
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Some toothpastes and deodorants contain the same chemicals found in antifreeze.
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Stephen Hawking once tried to find potential time travellers by throwing a party and only sending out invitations after the party.
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Optical illusions occur when what the eyes see conflicts with what the brain expects.
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