You might be surprised to learn that reality is full of weird things. Frequently, reality is more bizarre than fiction. Check out these cool pieces of trivia to brighten your day.
First, natural honey has an eternal shelf life. Truth be told, archaeologists have unearthed jars of honey in Egyptian pyramids that are over 3,000 years old and still safe to eat. This is due to its distinct chemical structure that makes it impossible for microbes to grow.
Moving on to animals, the octopus actually have three hearts. Two of them pump blood to the gills, while the third pumps it to the organs. Also, when an octopus swims, the heart that delivers blood to the body takes a break, which is why they tend to crawl rather than float.
Here's a weird tidbit: in terms of botany, pumpkins are berries, however, strawberries are not actually berries. Biology can be confusing like that! Additionally, cucumbers are technically website considered fruit, not veggies.
To wrap things up, were you aware that it is impossible to hum while pinching your nose shut? Go ahead and test it out right now! 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 amazing facts waiting to be learned. Learning new things is a great way to pass time. Stay curious!