26 April 2014

10 GREAT FACTS A DAY - Part 235 (25/04/2014)






2341.            The pectin that is found in apples aids in lowering cholesterol levels.

2342.            Post-It Notes, which are adhesive notes, were invented while looking for a way to
    improve the acrylate adhesive found in tapes.

2343.            Crayola Crayons currently has over 120 different crayon colours.

2344.            Odontophobia is the fear of teeth.

2345.            The width of a tornado can range from less than ten yards to more than a mile.

2346.            In Johannesburg, the average car will be involved in an accident once every four
    years.

2347.            The youngest actress to be nominated as best actress is Keisha Castle-Hughes
    who was nominated at just 13 years old.

2348.            The Taj Mahal was actually built for use as a tomb.

2349.            According to studies, an average roll of toilet paper lasts about five days in the
    bathroom.


2350.            Almonds are members of the peach family.


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