May 24, 2025
Botanically speaking, bananas fit the criteria of berries, while strawberries do not. It all comes down to how the fruit develops and where the seeds are found—science can be full of surprises.
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Two of an octopus’s hearts pump blood to the gills, while the third sends it to the rest of the body. Even more fascinating, the third heart stops beating when it swims.
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Though we look nothing alike, humans and bananas share about 60% of the same genetic material. It highlights how life forms are more interconnected than they seem.
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Venus rotates so slowly that one full spin takes longer than its journey around the Sun. A single day on Venus lasts 243 Earth days, while its year is 225 Earth days.
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Sharks have been around for over 400 million years, predating trees by about 50 million years. These ancient predators truly earned their title as survivors.
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The stomach’s harsh acids could digest its own tissue, so it grows a new lining roughly every 3 to 4 days. Without this constant renewal, digestion would be dangerous.
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If you could extract all the gold from Earth’s core, you’d have enough to coat the planet’s surface in a layer about 1.5 feet thick. Sadly, it’s out of reach.
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Due to its low moisture content and acidic nature, honey can last for thousands of years. Archaeologists have even found pots of edible honey in ancient Egyptian tombs.
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Known as the Mpemba effect, under certain conditions, hot water can freeze faster than cold. Scientists still debate the exact reasons, but it’s a documented phenomenon.
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Butterflies have taste sensors on their feet that allow them to land on plants and instantly know if the leaves are suitable for laying eggs or feeding. Their feet help them 'taste' before they eat.
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