It is a known fact that the world is teeming with unusual things. Frequently, truth is more bizarre than fiction. Check out these fun facts to brighten your fact day.
First, natural honey never spoils. In fact, explorers have found jars of honey in Egyptian pyramids that are thousands of years old and still edible. It is due to its distinct chemical composition which makes it difficult for bacteria to grow.
Moving on to animals, octopuses actually have 3 separate hearts. Two of them pump blood to the gills, while the other one pumps it to the organs. Interestingly, when an octopus swims, the heart that delivers blood to the body takes a break, which is why these creatures usually scuttle rather than float.
Another mind-bending tidbit: scientifically, pumpkins are berries, but raspberries are not actually berries. Science can be complicated like that! On top of that, cucumbers are technically fruit, not veggies.
Lastly, did you know that it is impossible to make a humming noise while holding your nose? Go ahead and test it out yourself! It happens because humming requires air to pass through your nose, and blocking it prevents the vibration.
There are countless of the thousands of wonders waiting to be learned. Gaining knowledge makes you more interesting. Keep exploring!