Did you know that our planet is filled with bizarre things. In many cases, truth is stranger than fantasy. Below are a few random pieces of trivia to brighten your day.
First, honey never goes bad. Actually, website scientists have discovered pots of honey in Egyptian pyramids that are over 3,000 years old and still safe to eat. It is due to its unique chemical composition which makes it impossible for microbes to grow.
In the animal kingdom, octopuses have three hearts. Two hearts pump blood to the gills, while the other one pumps it to the organs. Even stranger, when an octopus swims, the heart that delivers blood to the body stops beating, which is why they prefer to crawl rather than swim.
Here's a weird fact: in terms of botany, watermelons are berries, but strawberries are not. Nature can be confusing like that! Additionally, cucumbers are technically fruit, not veggies.
Lastly, did you know that you can't hum while pinching your nose shut? You can give it a shot yourself! The reason is that humming requires airflow to pass through your nasal cavity, and plugging it stops the sound.
There are countless of the many amazing facts in the world. Discovering trivia is a great way to pass time. Never stop learning!