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As grown-ups, we might remember a few things from our high school. How rain is formed in clouds, the life cycle of plants, and the properties of magnets. While these tidbits of knowledge are quite fascinating, there’s so much bizarre information out there that we still haven't learned.

We stumbled upon the X page called "Weird Science" which shares intriguing science facts about mystifying creatures, railroads, and everything in between. They have something for all the curious minds out there, including hilarious memes. So Pandas, grab some popcorn and get ready to be amazed by these outlandish facts. Who knows, maybe you can impress others with this mind-blowing trivia.

The Weird Science page is a good place to find fun science facts. Started over a decade ago in September 2011, they have a whopping 1.8 million followers. But sometimes people find it hard to believe scientific facts.

Every day, scientists discover new things. For example, recent findings show that a specific kind of desert plant can pull water from the air with the help of special salts. Or advancements in genetic research offer promising prospects for treating inherited diseases. Something that seems mysterious today could be explained tomorrow, keeping our curiosity fueled all the time.

Science is based on evidence that is derived from experiments and observations. It aims to create reliable information that helps us understand the functioning of our world better. But some facts seem weird and hard to swallow initially.

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People have questioned scientific discoveries for ages. Even though progress may seem slow at times, when you step back and take a look, you'll see just how far science has advanced.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Slow blink. If you slow blink at a domesticated cat and they mirror you, this shows their affection towards you.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not delusional just exercising their right to be worshipped over a false gold statue.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

while owning an elephant seemed cool and interesting at first, Deepak was soon horrified to find out how the oil changes were done

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For instance, when Albert Einstein shared his theory of relativity, including special and general relativity, people were really confused. This happened because he raised questions about Newtonian physics. Later, Einstein's concepts revolutionized our understanding of space, time, and gravity.

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During the beginning of the 17th century, Galileo challenged conventional beliefs when he proposed the idea that the Earth rotates on its axis. He said that our planet orbits the sun. This contradicted the existing view at the time. Many individuals believed that the sun moved around the Earth, as you couldn’t feel the sensation of the Earth's rotation. Galileo was put on trial for his observations.

In the 19th century, Charles Darwin introduced his theory of evolution. He disputed traditional views on the origin of species. His idea was that humans evolved from apes, whales, and even deep-sea mollusks. Many people, especially those with religious beliefs, rejected his theory during that time.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm guessing it's because it would block the sunlight from getting to the ground hence nothing would grow?

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh, the unattainable job that is a street view camel

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Another reason is that sometimes people separate science from its method and treat it like just another opinion. According to a Pew Research study, 35% Americans believe that the scientific method can be used to produce “any result a researcher wants.” Such individuals strongly believe that all hypotheses, including irrational ones, can be taken as credible.

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Initially, these brilliant theories seemed illogical to people because they contradicted long-held beliefs. Earlier people didn’t have access to accurate information either. But today, it’s easy to find and verify facts, even the weird ones.

So, add a little humor to your day along with some knowledge with these fun science facts. Which one was the most bizarre? Share any crazy facts you know!

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6 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I had to look. The plant price seems reasonable. "The pineberry is a white strawberry with red seeds. Pineberries are actually the oldest strawberry variety. The aroma and taste of pineberries never disappoints – the striking berries have a unique pineapple flavor." https://www.hollandbulbfarms.com/natural-albino-pineberry-collection.aspx

Anywhere but Here
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I agree, this picture is uncomfortable. But in real life, on the plant, they’re actually kind of beautiful! The almost seem like flowers.

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Anna Ekberg
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The colours are switched? Like Bizzaro world, i really want to try some. 🤤

Alex Boyd
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've seen them at Trader Joes on occasion. I haven't tried them yet, because their appearance has never coincided with me being in the mood to spent $10 on fruit.

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Deson
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wonder if these have that enzyme or chemical that has a tendency to try to dissolve you like a pineapple does?

UnicornSnotRules
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And for some weird reason I am allergic to these but not strawberries???

D. Pitbull
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This would be so incredibly, fabulously confusing. "Hey, I grew some strawberries try them..." *tastes* "????"

Paul Aasajärv
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Don't forget the specific difference between the taste/smell of a wild strawberry and a garden strawberry! This is even reflected in the systematic name of the cultivated strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa).

Kat
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have had these but would not say they taste like pineapple

Petra Schaap
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i think i first saw them in our supermarkets around 10 years ago, and a few years later i found the plants in our gardencenter. They are nice.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My ex’s worst nightmare, he hated pineapple and strawberries (or poison berries, as he called them)

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And their main food source is a box of popcorn. If you know, you know. 🍿

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The internet is not just used for googling answers to questions, it is sooooo much more than that. I would worry that shutting it down would adversely affect other systems that rely on the internet to function.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The water level now is higher than in Mesoamerican times. You can find their camp fires on the bottom.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This frog had - emphasis on past tense - hopes and dreams at one point.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Exactly how did you study this? Threw a big party for a flock of seagulls?

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Photo is misleading, either fixed or a forced perspective with diver far behind the fish.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Which always makes me wonder why traditionally, humans serve them milk or cream as a "treat."

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Orangutans are revealing themselves to be so much more intelligent than humans dreamed. Maybe they'll be the first to throw the tablets away.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Amazing this is actually not fake! I thought for sure someone just wanted to plant nightmare seeds

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not lava, but ignited volcanic gases. The blue colour is from the chemical compounds that are burning, not because of the temperature.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why do humans have to kill everything that is the largest, oldest , most whatever. Record it and let it go.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

it looks like a boot print filled with water on a wet day in the mud

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A beautiful place where new evidence of humans arriving on the continent 10,000 years before previously thought.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wish I could go to the toilet once a week and lose about a third of my body weight 😩

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And how can the Monarch butterfly be able to know where its going?! Wiki:"This is a multi-generational migration, with individual monarchs only making part of the full journey." 😯

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No, I haven't put on weight, it's the new fur coat!

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I guess that, despite being on the flag, they can't afford to live in California anymore

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

🥹 love it when people have the ability to explain advanced things simplified.

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6 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What monster puts a cockatiel on a treadmill. (I am joking)

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Strange thinking about it! What do5G and antivaxxer think of this? /s

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Dolphin fights are responsible for most of the scarring on dolphins. One particular species, Risso's dolphin, is usually head to tail covered in scars from dolphin fights. A few other dolphin species are the same.

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The SR-71 needed to be refueled almost immediately after takeoff, because the takeoff weight had to be as low as possible. The tanker is probably a KC-135

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I just looked to the scientific paper on that. It is apparently... false. None of the gut bacteria have a circadian rhythm. So far the only bacteria found to have a circadian rhythm are the blue-green algae that presumably are responsible for the circadian rhythm in plants as they became the chloroplasts.

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6 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Recently, giant viruses have been discovered that are larger than bacteria. Even the COVID virus, when you count its projections, can reach 200 nm in diameter, which is getting up in size towards the smallest bacteria. Giant viruses get up to 500 nm in diameter. Small bacteria are 200 to 300 nm in diameter. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giant_virus

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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Before mining and smelting pratices and trade routes were developed, metal meteorites were sometimes the only locally available source of iron. Think bronze age.

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