Believe it or not, our planet is teeming with weird facts. Often, real life is more bizarre than fiction. Below are a few random facts to expand here your knowledge.
First, honey lasts forever. Actually, explorers have unearthed pots of honey in Egyptian pyramids that are thousands of years old and perfectly good to consume. It is due to its distinct chemical structure that makes it difficult for bacteria to thrive.
Speaking of nature, the octopus have 3 separate hearts. Two hearts pump blood to the respiratory system, while the other one pumps it to the rest of the body. Also, when an octopus swims, the heart that delivers blood to the body stops beating, which is why these creatures prefer to crawl rather than swim.
Here's a crazy tidbit: scientifically, bananas are classified as berries, however, strawberries are not actually berries. Nature is often complicated like that! On top of that, cucumbers are technically considered fruit, not veggies.
Finally, did you know that it is impossible to make a humming noise while pinching your nose shut? Go ahead and test it out yourself! The reason is that making that sound requires air to escape through your nose, and blocking it prevents the vibration.
These are just a few of the thousands of amazing facts waiting to be learned. Learning new things keeps the brain sharp. Keep exploring!