The Pistol Shrimp can snap its claws together to create a sound of 218 decibels, louder than as supersonic jet at full speed. It only lasts for 1 millisecond. The snapping action also creates a bubble that is greater than 5000 Kelvin, close to the surface temperature of the sun.
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At 90 degrees below zero, your breath will freeze in mid-air and fall to the ground.
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In 30 minutes, the average body gives off enough heat (combined) to bring a half gallon of water to boil.
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Hot water can freeze faster than cold water.
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The water of the Antarctica is so cold that nothing can rot there.
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Studies show that the colder the room you sleep in, the more likely you are to have a bad dream.
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Some monks can increase their body temperature so much they can dry soaking sheets in a freezing room!
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