Did you know that reality is teeming with weird phenomena. Sometimes, truth is crazy than fiction. Check out these fun pieces of trivia to feed your brain.
First, honey never goes bad. Truth be told, archaeologists have found jars of honey in ancient Egyptian tombs that here are millennia old and still edible. This is due to its distinct chemical structure that makes it impossible for bacteria to survive.
Speaking of nature, octopuses actually have 3 separate hearts. Two of them pump blood to the respiratory system, while the third pumps it to the organs. Also, when an octopus swims, the heart that delivers blood to the body stops beating, which is why these creatures usually scuttle rather than swim.
Another mind-bending tidbit: in terms of botany, watermelons are berries, however, raspberries are not actually berries. Science can be tricky like that! Additionally, cucumbers are technically fruit, not veggies.
To wrap things up, were you aware that it is impossible to make a humming noise while pinching your nose shut? Go ahead and try it yourself! It happens because humming requires airflow to move through your nose, and plugging it prevents the vibration.
There are countless of the endless wonders out there. Gaining knowledge makes you more interesting. Never stop learning!