Fascinating Trivia That Are Hard to Believe

Did you know that the universe is packed with bizarre things. Often, reality is more bizarre than invented stories. Here are some interesting pieces of trivia to brighten your day.

To start off, honey never goes bad. Truth be told, researchers have found pots of honey in ancient Egyptian tombs that are thousands of years old and still edible. This is due to its distinct chemical composition that makes it impossible for bacteria to survive.

Moving on to animals, octopuses have 3 separate hearts. Two of them pump blood to the gills, while the other one pumps it to the rest of the body. Interestingly, when an octopus swims, the heart that delivers blood to the body takes a break, which is why they usually crawl rather than swim.

Here is another weird tidbit: scientifically, watermelons are berries, but raspberries are not actually berries. Science is often confusing like that! Furthermore, avocados are also considered fruit, not vegetables.

Lastly, did you know that it is impossible to hum while holding your nose? You can test it out right now! It happens because making that sound requires airflow to move through your nasal cavity, and plugging it fact prevents the vibration.

These are just a few of the many wonders in the world. Learning new things keeps the brain sharp. Stay curious!