20 Facts you missed
1. Bleach on the Moon
All of the American flags on the moon are bleached white. No, there isn't bleach on the moon, but the sun's ultraviolet rays are so powerful that they break down chemical bonds in the fabric, fading the colors and eventually bleaching them.
2. A True Disney Story
In real life, the woman that provided the voice for Minnie Mouse, married the man that was the voice of Mickey Mouse.
3. Coke Float? No, Diet Please
A Diet Coke will float in water, while a regular coke will sink to the bottom. This is because the sugar in the regular coke is more dense, while the diet coke uses artificial sweeteners that cause it to float.
4. Why Hello There Stranger in My Dreams, Have We Met Before?
The people that appear in dreams are all people that you have seen at some point in your life, because our minds are not capable of creating features for imaginary people.
5. Wiggling Ears
Everyone is born with the ability to wiggle their ears. However, if not found early, the muscles will atrophy and can no longer be used.
6. Breakfast: A Gateway Drug?
Eating a poppy seed bagel before a drug test is administered, will result in the false positive testing for opiates. This is because of a commonly used type of poppy called, Papaver somniferum, which is used for both drugs, and food.
7. Otters: The Cutest Cuddlers
When otters sleep, they hold hands with their partners so they don't drift away from each other in the water.
8. Something's Out ThereIn 1977, there was a radio signal that was tracked from space that lasted 72 seconds. The signal has remained a mystery, and has not been detected since.
9. Dream Paralysis
When in a deep sleep and dreaming, your body is paralyzed so that you don't recreate the motions of your dream in real life. This can sometimes be turned off when waking, and explains why it is difficult to run or move rapidly in your dreams.
10. Got An Itch For A Banana
There are a lot of homemade remedies when it comes to itchy mosquito bites, but one that is sure to work is using a banana peel. By taking the meaty side of the banana peel and rubbing it over a bite, the itching stops and stops fast thanks to the enzyme in the banana.
11. Got A Light? No, But I Have Crayons!
In a pinch, or in case of a zombie attack, crayons can be used as candles. Simply light them on fire and watch how they burn for a good 15-30 minutes.
12. Spare Tires From Legos
It is a little known fact, that Legos is the leading manufacturer in tires. Of course they aren't made for cars, but they do make more than even the largest tire companies.
13. Smelly Shoes? Have Some Tea!
If you have some smelly shoes, drop in some dry tea bags. The tea will absorb the odor and leave a fresh scent.
14. Quicksand! Sprawl!
If quicksand ever happens to become a problem for you, avoid sinking by slowly raising your legs and lying on your back. The increased surface area won't allow you to sink.
15. Superheroes Wash Windows Too!
There are a lot of children hospitals that are employing the greatest superheroes known to man to wash their windows. This way, when sick children look out the window, they see their favorite heroes and immediately brighten up.
1. Bleach on the Moon
All of the American flags on the moon are bleached white. No, there isn't bleach on the moon, but the sun's ultraviolet rays are so powerful that they break down chemical bonds in the fabric, fading the colors and eventually bleaching them.
2. A True Disney Story
In real life, the woman that provided the voice for Minnie Mouse, married the man that was the voice of Mickey Mouse.
3. Coke Float? No, Diet Please
A Diet Coke will float in water, while a regular coke will sink to the bottom. This is because the sugar in the regular coke is more dense, while the diet coke uses artificial sweeteners that cause it to float.
4. Why Hello There Stranger in My Dreams, Have We Met Before?
The people that appear in dreams are all people that you have seen at some point in your life, because our minds are not capable of creating features for imaginary people.
5. Wiggling Ears
Everyone is born with the ability to wiggle their ears. However, if not found early, the muscles will atrophy and can no longer be used.
6. Breakfast: A Gateway Drug?
Eating a poppy seed bagel before a drug test is administered, will result in the false positive testing for opiates. This is because of a commonly used type of poppy called, Papaver somniferum, which is used for both drugs, and food.
7. Otters: The Cutest Cuddlers
When otters sleep, they hold hands with their partners so they don't drift away from each other in the water.
8. Something's Out ThereIn 1977, there was a radio signal that was tracked from space that lasted 72 seconds. The signal has remained a mystery, and has not been detected since.
9. Dream Paralysis
When in a deep sleep and dreaming, your body is paralyzed so that you don't recreate the motions of your dream in real life. This can sometimes be turned off when waking, and explains why it is difficult to run or move rapidly in your dreams.
10. Got An Itch For A Banana
There are a lot of homemade remedies when it comes to itchy mosquito bites, but one that is sure to work is using a banana peel. By taking the meaty side of the banana peel and rubbing it over a bite, the itching stops and stops fast thanks to the enzyme in the banana.
11. Got A Light? No, But I Have Crayons!
In a pinch, or in case of a zombie attack, crayons can be used as candles. Simply light them on fire and watch how they burn for a good 15-30 minutes.
12. Spare Tires From Legos
It is a little known fact, that Legos is the leading manufacturer in tires. Of course they aren't made for cars, but they do make more than even the largest tire companies.
13. Smelly Shoes? Have Some Tea!
If you have some smelly shoes, drop in some dry tea bags. The tea will absorb the odor and leave a fresh scent.
14. Quicksand! Sprawl!
If quicksand ever happens to become a problem for you, avoid sinking by slowly raising your legs and lying on your back. The increased surface area won't allow you to sink.
15. Superheroes Wash Windows Too!
There are a lot of children hospitals that are employing the greatest superheroes known to man to wash their windows. This way, when sick children look out the window, they see their favorite heroes and immediately brighten up.
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