This list contains fun facts about presidents, as well as random fun facts that kids will enjoy. For example, did a hummingbird have the world's most tiny bird nest? Negative geo-tropism means that bananas grow upwards. There are also a few hummingbirds whose weight is as low as a penny.
It might surprise you to learn that only one country has a population less than Vatican City. It is actually the world's smallest country. Alaska doesn't have an official language. Alaska does have a number of communities who share the same language.
Another interesting fact is that the United States has the largest number of unique books in the world. Google data indicates that there are 129.864,880 books. This is sufficient to meet the needs of all countries.
It's possible that you have heard of Pinocchio, but did know that it isn’t the biggest. It wouldn't grow if it did. That's just one of the odd things about it.
You may have also heard of the world's largest ostrich, but did you know that it is only the size of an ostrich eye? Or that one whole lemon contains more sugar per ounce than one strawberry. And that a blue whale's heart weighs over 400 pounds.
And that's not the only thing in the world that has nine brains. A polar bear can also eat up to 100 pounds in one sitting, which may surprise some.
A grizzly bear can run twice as fast as a horse, but there is another interesting fact. It can also hear mice moving under snow. This one is a little more complicated than the last.
There's also the largest ice cream cone in the world. Wisconsin consumes 21 million gallons annually of icecream. There's also a genuine Dutch windmill in the state.
This ice cream sundae has the most fun fact: it is the only one that allows you to hunt unicorns. The state of Wisconsin has 34.8 million acres of land. Unicorns are not common in this state.
And, while the ice-house-so-called-the-largest-the-world-has-ever-known-about-it isn't as cool as the world's largest ice cream sized ice-house, it is a fun fact that should be on your list of things to do.
Did you also know that the longest French fry in the world is 34 inches? You might be surprised at the number of fun facts that this French fry has, but the size difference may explain the higher sugar content.
Lastly, while the world's smallest hummingbird isn't very big, its nest is. A banana may not be the largest banana in the world, but it is the largest of all the bananas.
FAQ
Five interesting facts about your liver.
The liver is responsible to detoxify toxins and store vitamins and minerals. It regulates blood pressure and maintains a stable body temperature.
What number of times have you heard someone say that they feel sluggish or heavy? These symptoms may be a sign of liver disease.
Some common signs include dark urine, yellowing skin, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach cramps, jaundice (yellow coloration), and itching. These are not all the warning signs. You should immediately consult your doctor if you have any of these symptoms.
The liver is an essential organ. It is an important organ that plays a vital role in detoxification.
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The average adult human liver weighs approximately 1,400 grams.
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The liver of a baby is roughly half the size that of an adult at birth. It can grow to four times the size of an infant's liver by the age 3.
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The liver can be found just below the rib cage, on the left side.
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There are 16 major liver lobes. However there are many smaller, more intimate lobules.
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The liver is home to approximately 10 million red blood cell units.
How does the brain control the functions in your body?
The brain sends messages to other organs and muscles to ensure they work together. The brain controls everything that happens in your body. It tells you your stomach to digest food; your lungs to inhale air; and it tells you your arms and legs how to move.
Your brain is made of billions, or neurons, of nerve cells. Neurons communicate with each other by sending electrical signals called action potentials on axons. Each neuron is covered by a cell membrane. There are channels within the membrane that allow ions such a sodium or potassium to enter and exit the cell. The neuron is lit by an electric charge created by the movement of ions.
When a neuron fires, chemicals called neurotransmitters are released into the space between the neuron and the next neuron. Neurotransmitters bind with receptors on the second nerve cell, opening ion channel channels to allow ions in and out. The second neuron also fires.
Neurotransmitter production occurs when a neuron in the presynaptic receives an impulsive signal from another. An impulse travels along a synaptic link between the two neuron. The transmitter binds to receptors on the postsynaptic neuron, triggering the firing of the postsynaptic neuron.
For communication within the nervous systems, neurotransmitters are essential. They are also responsible for coordinating activity between various parts of the brain.
Is there a Hollywood blacklist?
There is a Hollywood blacklist.
But, the list has not been made public. The names are not known to us. But here's why it matters.
The secretive nature of the information is due to the fact that actors and directors on blacklist won't be in a position to find work. They would go out of business which would mean that studios would lose their money. Which means they'd cut back on spending money on movies. Which would mean fewer opportunities for the blacklisted filmmakers. This would make them bankrupt.
This could lead to more victims.
In short, when someone tries to make an oscar winning movie, they might be asked to sign a contract saying they won't speak publicly against their employers. This applies to any producer or director who wishes to be nominated.
That's why you hear stories about how producers pressure directors to remove scenes from their films. Directors might threaten to leave projects that don't reflect their vision.
This is why there is a Hollywood blacklist. Negative comments about your employer will most likely lead to you being unemployed. That's bad for everyone.
It is not uncommon for people to be falsely accused. And they've had to fight to clear their name.
This kind of thing must stop before it can happen again. Everyone should have the right to speak freely.
Also, we must take down the Hollywood blacklist.
What are the darkest secrets of Hollywood?
Hollywood is full of secret societies. Some are cult-like groups where members follow strict rules and rituals, while others are simply clubs for those who share common interests.
However, there are many other criminal organizations that hold much of the industry's power. These include companies such as the MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America), which sets film ratings, and the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America), which sets music licensing fees.
Numerous unions or guilds also represent producers, writers, actors, etc. The majority of major television networks and movie studios are owned by large corporations.
The fact is that regardless of how secretive any group may be, someone somewhere knows exactly who they are. But we don't have to fear them.
Instead, we should embrace and celebrate them. Because they can help us make better decisions.
These people tell us what movies and songs will succeed, and which books will sell best.
These help us to decide what we'll watch, read, listen, and buy.
Because we can trust them, we can ignore their advice when it conflicts with our tastes.
Because we have chosen to ignore their power, they are even more powerful. They are the ultimate arbiters and judges of taste.
You can ignore them if they don't agree with you.
Let's now take a look into some lesser-known but very real Hollywood secret societies.
You'll see why they are so important.
Statistics
- A 2012 paper published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reported that people blink about 15 to 20 times each minute, meaning, if you do the math, you spend about 10% of the time that you're awake blinking. (romper.com)
- According to a 2018 study published in Free Radical Biology & Medicine, this is because blood pressure is regulated by our innate circadian rhythm and internal clock. (romper.com)
- In one 2014 study published in the Archives of Medical Science that sought to study the prevalence of these mites, research showed that 41% of the people had them hanging out in their eyelashes. (romper.com)
- In fact, nearly 24% of U.S. women are affected with one or more pelvic floor disorders, according to research funded by the National Institutes of Health. (romper.com)
- Your mouth makes a lot of saliva every day It might seem like way too much, but your salivary glands typically produce anywhere from 0.5 and 1.5 liters a day, according to a 2009 study published in the Journal of Medicine and Life. (romper.com)
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American history: Secret societies and clubs
Many reasons make American History's secret societies and clubs fascinating. They are mysterious because of this. Another reason is because of their effect on our society.
Secret societies and clubs have been used throughout America's history to promote ideas that would otherwise be considered taboo. These ideas include anti-Semitism and racism. These groups also spread ideologies like communism and socialists.
The Ku Klux Klan was the most famous American group. This group was formed in 1865 after the Civil War ended. Its purpose was to protect white men from African Americans.
Other organizations that were created in this period include the Knights Templar (Freemasons), and Odd Fellows. All of these groups shared similar beliefs and goals.
Another fascinating aspect of secret societies was that their memberships were often limited to males. However, some women belonged to these groups. These women included Emma Goldman (Margaret Sanger) and Susan B Anthony.
The ideals shared by the secret societies mentioned earlier were not shared by all. The Order of Skull & Bones, for example, was established in 1832. Their goal was the creation of an elite class in the United States.