Bananas are Berries: Despite their classification as fruits, bananas are technically berries, while strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries are not.
Octopuses Have Three Hearts: Octopuses have three hearts: two pump blood to their gills, while the third pumps it to the rest of their body.
Honey Never Spoils: Archaeologists have found pots of honey in ancient Egyptian tombs that are over 3,000 years old and still perfectly edible.
The Earth Has More Than One Moon: Aside from our main moon, Earth occasionally captures "mini-moons" – small, temporary natural satellites that orbit the planet for a brief period before being flung back into space.
The Eiffel Tower Can Grow in Summer: Due to the expansion of metal in heat, the Eiffel Tower can grow up to six inches taller during the summer.
The Smell of Cut Grass is a Distress Signal: The smell of freshly cut grass is actually a distress signal emitted by the plant, warning nearby plants that they're under attack by lawn mowers or herbivores.
The Human Brain Generates Enough Electricity to Power a Light Bulb: While awake, the average human brain produces enough electricity to power a small light bulb.
Cows Have Best Friends: Cows form close friendships and can become stressed when separated from their preferred companions.
The World's Longest Traffic Jam Lasted 12 Days: In 2010, a traffic jam in China stretched over 62 miles and lasted for 12 days, with some drivers reportedly only moving about a mile a day.
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