The use of emoticons affects our corresponding brain areas and can actually trigger emotions.
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A 'jiffy' is an actual unit of time for 1/100th of a second!
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Your brain is 80% water.
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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 Manchineel Tree is so poisonous, rainwater dripping off it’s leaves will burn your skin.
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Airports that are at higher altitudes require a longer airstrip due to lower air density.
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