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    Whale oil was used in automobile transmissions as late as 1973.
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    Any modern jet is capable of breaking the sound barrier.
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    Bluetooth Name
    Bluetooth Name
    Bluetooth is named after the Danish King Harald "Bluetooth" who ate so many blueberries that his teeth stained blue. The wireless protocol is named after him because of his ability to unite warring Scandinavian factions, just as Bluetooth unites wireless devices. The Bluetooth logo is also a combination of the King's runic initials.
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    A car operates at maximum economy, gas-wise, at speeds between 25 and 35 miles per hour.
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    There’s an internet-enabled jacket which gives you a “hug” every time a Facebook friend likes your status.
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    Energy is being wasted if a toaster is left plugged in after use.
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    A Citreon 2CV with an oil leak once travelled 500 miles through Italy after its gearbox was filled with bananas!
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    A toaster uses almost half as much energy as a full-sized oven.
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