Optical illusions occur when what the eyes see conflicts with what the brain expects.
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The left ear is more responsive to words of love and emotion whispered into it than the right.
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Yawns are more contagious among people with closer relationships.
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Japanese engineers were asked to redesign the front end of the Bullet Train because it carried enough speed to create a sonic boom whenever it exited a tunnel. Residents could feel the blast from miles away.
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If you were to cry in space, the tears would form a bubble in your eye until it's so big it moves to another spot on your face.
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A study found that 68% experienced “phantom vibration syndrome” — a sensory hallucination where you mistakenly think your phone is buzzing.
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The oldest stone tools found are dated from 2.7 - 2.9 million years ago. The species that made these tools is unknown.
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Unconsciousness will occur after 8-10 seconds after loss of blood supply to the brain.
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