There are more than 270 people cryogenically frozen in the hope that one day the technology will exist that can revive them and extend their lives.
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When you walk down a steep hill, the pressure on your knees is equal to three times your body weight.
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Some toothpastes and deodorants contain the same chemicals found in antifreeze.
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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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Nearly 50% of the world's scientists are assigned to military projects.
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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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Pumice is the only rock that floats on water.
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Brass doorknobs automatically disinfect themselves in about 8 hours.
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