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    In 1999, Harvard physicist Lene Hau was able to slow down light to 17 meters per second and in 2001, was able to stop light completely.
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    Stannous fluoride, which is the cavity fighter found in toothpaste is made from recycled tin.
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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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    For every gallon of sea water, you get more than a quarter pound of salt.
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    Why Do Old Books Have a Distinct Smell?
    The reason why old books have such a distinct smell is because hundreds of organic compounds in the pages break down over time and release chemicals that smell like almond, vanilla, and grass.
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    If the chemical sodium is dropped into water it will immediately and violently explode.
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    According to studies, men change their minds two to three times more often than women.
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    Some toothpastes and deodorants contain the same chemicals found in antifreeze.
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