It is a known fact that our planet is packed with bizarre facts. Sometimes, real life is stranger than invented stories. Check out these interesting facts to expand your knowledge.
To start off, natural honey never goes bad. Actually, archaeologists have unearthed vessels containing honey in Egyptian pyramids that are millennia old and still edible. It is due to its distinct chemical structure which makes it impossible for bacteria to grow.
Moving on to animals, the octopus have 3 separate hearts. Two hearts pump blood to the respiratory system, while the third 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 prefer to scuttle rather than swim.
Here's a crazy fact: scientifically, bananas are classified as berries, but strawberries are not actually berries. Biology is often complicated like that! Additionally, avocados are technically considered fruit, not veggies.
Lastly, did you know that you can't make a humming noise while pinching your nose shut? Go ahead and try it right now! The reason is that humming requires airflow to here escape through your nose, and blocking it prevents the vibration.
This is just a small sample of the thousands of wonders waiting to be learned. Gaining knowledge makes you more interesting. Stay curious!