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rd Cold Knowledge: Things You Never Knew
There are so many weird and wonderful things in the world that we don't know about. From strange occurrences to bizarre facts, here are some weird cold knowledge facts that may surprise you.
1. The shortest war in history lasted only 38 minutes
In 1896, the Sultan of Zanzibar declared war on the British government over the appointment of a new leader. The British quickly launched a preemptive strike and within 38 minutes, the Sultan's palace was destroyed, and the war was over.
2. A sneeze can travel up to 100 miles per hour
The next time you sneeze, remember that you are expelling air at an incredibly high speed. Your body can produce up to 40,000 droplets, which can spread bacteria and viruses.
3. The human nose can detect over one trillion scents
Although we may not become great sniffers like dogs, humans are capable of distinguishing between countless different smells. Whether it's the scent of a new perfume or the aroma of your favorite food, your nose is capable of detecting it all.
4. There's a species of jellyfish that's virtually immortal
The Turritopsis dohrnii jellyfish can revert to its juvenile polyp form, effectively resetting the clock on its life cycle, making it virtually immortal. Scientists are studying this creature to see if it can offer insights into the aging process.
5. The world's largest snowflake was 15 inches in diameter and 8 inches thick
The largest snowflake ever recorded fell in Montana in 1887. It was 15 inches in diameter and 8 inches thick, making it larger than a dinner plate.
6. Butterscotch is not made with butter
Despite its name, butterscotch does not actually contain any butter. It is made with brown sugar and butter flavoring, giving it a rich and slightly salty flavor.
7. Astronauts grow taller in space
Due to the absence of gravity, astronauts' spines expand up to 3% in space, causing them to grow taller. However, they soon return to their normal height once they return to Earth.
8. The world's largest snow maze is in Canada
The largest snow maze in the world is located in Warren, Vermont. It covers an area of nearly 56,000 square feet and features over two miles of winding paths.
9. The Great Wall of China is not visible from space
Despite popular belief, the Great Wall of China is not visible from space with the naked eye. It is visible only from low Earth orbit under certain conditions.
10 The tallest building in the world is in Dubai
The Burj Khalifa, in Dubai, is the world's tallest building, standing at 828 meters tall. It has 163 floors and offers stunning views of the city below.
In conclusion, there are many weird cold knowledge facts in the world that we may never know about. From the shortest war in history to the world's largest snow maze, these facts make us realize just how fascinating the world really is.
