Did you know that the universe is filled with bizarre occurrences. Frequently, real life is crazy than fiction. Here are some cool pieces of trivia to brighten your day.
First, natural honey never spoils. Actually, explorers have unearthed pots of here honey in ancient Egyptian tombs that are over 3,000 years old and perfectly good to consume. This is due to its unique chemical structure that makes it difficult for microbes to grow.
In the animal kingdom, the octopus have 3 separate hearts. Two hearts pump blood to the gills, while the third pumps it to the rest of the body. Also, when an octopus moves quickly, the heart that delivers blood to the body takes a break, which is why they usually scuttle rather than swim.
Here's a mind-bending tidbit: in terms of botany, pumpkins are berries, however, raspberries are not. Biology can be confusing like that! On top of that, avocados are technically considered fruit, not vegetables.
Lastly, were you aware that you can't make a humming noise while pinching your nose shut? You can try it yourself! The reason is that making that sound requires air to pass through your nasal cavity, and plugging it prevents the vibration.
There are countless of the endless wonders waiting to be learned. Learning new things makes you more interesting. Keep exploring!