Science Facts

    Random Science Facts

    There are 113 Science Facts!

    The brain case [of Neanderthals] on the average was more than 13 percent larger than that of the average of modern man
    61
    In 1999, Harvard physicist Lene Hau was able to slow down light to 17 meters per second and in 2001, was able to stop light completely.
    39
    Scientists Recreate Conversations Held Behind Soundproof Glass by Recording Vibrations on Chip Bag
    Scientists have been able to recreate conversations that were held behind a soundproof glass wall by recording the vibrations seen on a potato chip bag.
    36
    A ball of glass will bounce higher than a ball made of rubber.
    73
    Balsa wood is classified as a hard wood!
    41
    According to scientists, the color of the cup that we're drinking from can alter our perception of the actual taste of the drink.
    12
    Columbia University has developed an artificial tree that passively soaks up carbon dioxide from the air using "leaves" that are 1,000 times more efficient than true leaves that use photosynthesis.
    15
    The use of emoticons affects our corresponding brain areas and can actually trigger emotions.
    21