Blue eyes are a genetic mutation. Before the mutation occured, all humans had brown eyes.
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The banana plant cannot reproduce itself. It can be propagated only by the hand of man.
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Nuclear power prevented an average of over 1.8 million deaths between 1971-2009 as a result of lower air pollution from reduced coal usage according to NASA.
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Cold water weighs more than hot water.
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The weight of a carat (200 milligrams), standard unit of measurement for gemstones, is based on the weight of the carob seed.
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One third of the electricity produced on earth is used to power electric light bulbs!
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German chemists made a replica of a trophy the size of one molecule.
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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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