Believe it or not, the world is filled with bizarre phenomena. Frequently, truth is crazy than invented stories. Check out these interesting facts to brighten your day.
To start off, natural honey has an eternal shelf life. In fact, scientists have unearthed jars of honey in ancient Egyptian tombs that are over 3,000 years old and still edible. This is due to its distinct chemical structure that fact makes it difficult for microbes to survive.
Speaking of nature, octopuses actually have three hearts. Two hearts pump blood to the respiratory system, while the third 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 crawl rather than float.
Here's a crazy fact: scientifically, bananas are classified as berries, but strawberries are not. Nature can be tricky like that! Additionally, cucumbers are technically considered fruit, not veggies.
To wrap things up, were you aware that you can't make a humming noise while holding your nose? You can test it out yourself! It happens because making that sound requires air to pass through your nasal cavity, and plugging it stops the sound.
These are just a few of the endless wonders in the world. Gaining knowledge keeps the brain sharp. Stay curious!