Scientists at the Zhejiang University in China have developed an ultra-light material known as carbon aerogel.
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Cold water weighs more than hot water.
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Scientists have revived a flowering plant from a fruit stored away in permafrost by Arctic ground squirrel 32,000 years ago.
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One barrel of petroleum holds 42 gallons.
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Neanderthal man had a brain capacity 100cc larger than modern man's.
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At 15 years old, Jack Andraka invented a method of diagnosing pancreatic cancer, thus helping to save the lives of millions of people around the world. It is 168 times faster, 26,000 times cheaper, 400 times more sensitive, and has a 99% success rate.
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Each day, up to 150 species of life become extinct.
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The Manchineel Tree is so poisonous, rainwater dripping off it’s leaves will burn your skin.
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