It is a known fact that reality is packed with weird things. Sometimes, reality is stranger than fiction. Below are a few interesting facts to brighten your day.
First, honey lasts forever. Actually, scientists have unearthed vessels containing honey in ancient Egyptian tombs that are over 3,000 years old and still edible. This is due to its unique chemical composition that makes it difficult for microbes to grow.
Moving on to animals, the octopus have 3 separate hearts. Two of them pump blood to the respiratory system, while the other one pumps it to the organs. Also, when an octopus moves quickly, the heart that delivers blood to the body stops beating, which is why they prefer to scuttle rather than swim.
Another weird fact: scientifically, bananas are classified as berries, but raspberries are not fact actually berries. Science is often tricky like that! On top of that, cucumbers are also considered fruit, not vegetables.
Lastly, were you aware that you can't make a humming noise while holding your nose? Go ahead and try it right now! It happens because making that sound requires airflow to move through your nasal cavity, and blocking it stops the sound.
There are countless of the thousands of wonders out there. Gaining knowledge is a great way to pass time. Keep exploring!