Did you know that the universe is filled with weird facts. Frequently, real life is stranger than fantasy. Here are some interesting pieces of trivia to brighten your day.
To start off, natural honey lasts forever. Truth be told, researchers have unearthed vessels containing honey in Egyptian pyramids that are over 3,000 years old and still safe to eat. It is due to its unique chemical composition that makes it difficult for bacteria to grow.
Speaking of nature, the octopus possess 3 separate hearts. Two of them pump blood to the respiratory system, while the other one pumps it to the organs. Even stranger, when an octopus swims, the heart that delivers blood to the body takes a break, which is why they tend to crawl rather than swim.
Another weird tidbit: botanically speaking, watermelons are berries, yet raspberries are not actually berries. Science is often confusing like that! On top of that, avocados are technically considered fruit, not veggies.
To wrap things up, were you aware that it is impossible to hum while holding your nose? Go ahead read more and try it yourself! The reason is that making that sound requires airflow to escape through your nasal cavity, and plugging it prevents the vibration.
There are countless of the endless cool things in the world. Discovering trivia is a great way to pass time. Stay curious!