The Manchineel Tree is so poisonous, rainwater dripping off it’s leaves will burn your skin.
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According to studies, men change their minds two to three times more often than women.
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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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One barrel of petroleum holds 42 gallons.
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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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If you are locked in a completely sealed room, you will die of carbon dioxide poisoning first before you will die of oxygen deprivation.
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Scientists at the Zhejiang University in China have developed an ultra-light material known as carbon aerogel.
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Some toothpastes and deodorants contain the same chemicals found in antifreeze.
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