Lycopodium is the spores of a clubmoss.

They do not sink in water and always stay dry. It looks very interesting

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Grapefruits are 92% water, making them one of the most hydrating fruits on the planet.

When you consider that people get up to 20% of their daily water needs from food, including just one grapefruit in their diet can significantly reduce dehydration.

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The gloves are like those from the Superman movies.

A special feature of these gloves is that they can easily absorb electricity.

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The tiger never undermines the population of ungulates on its territory.

Though the tiger eats about 50 ungulates a year, he is the "softest" predator, killing as many as he can eat.

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The most absurd death

While extinguishing a forest fire, the body of a scuba diver was found on the fire. It turned out that he was exploring an underwater cave in a nearby lake and had been scooped up by a helicopter that was extinguishing the fire from the air and taking water from the lake.

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The word "Ambulance" is spelled backwards.

We see all objects reflected in the mirror and the words backwards. When the driver of the other car looks in the side mirror at the road, he sees the word "Ambulance" spelled correctly

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Mine detector

Automated mine detector that allows you to neutralize mines in a safe way. In the event of an explosion, splinters do not destroy the device, thanks to its special design.

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A replica of Captain America's shield

The shield created by the blogger can bounce off walls and back into his hands, and also protects against a throwing knife.

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Plasticine animation

As one of the most primitive types of animation, it has a unique atmosphere, and the process of its creation is no less spectacular than the result.

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The smallest birds on Earth.

The smallest species, the hummingbird bee, weighs about 2 grams.

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Why fireworks are a thing of the past: a spectacular show from Intel using 1,500 drones.

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If you want super-fresh fries, order them without salt.

If you like freshly cooked fries exclusively, ask the waiter for a portion without salt. Since the potatoes are salted immediately after cooking, the staff will have to prepare a non-salted portion just for you.

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The World's Longest Marriage Lasted 86 Years

The next time one of your friends tries to tell you that true love doesn't exist, just tell them about Herbert and Zelmira Fisher.

According to the Guinness Book of World Records, the late couple broke the record for longest marriage in history back in February 2011, staying married for 86 years and 290 days.

As for the secret of their success, the couple once said that "there is no secret in our marriage - we just did what was necessary for each other and our family."

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During a quarrel, the bullfrogs do not fight, but throw sand into their opponent's hole.

So the loser will have to build a house elsewhere.

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In Peru, near the town of La Rinconada, there is a gold mine where people work for 30 days without pay.

On the 31st day, however, they are allowed to take as much ore out of the mine as they can carry on their shoulders.

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The Gelmer funicular with a gradient of 106% is considered the steepest in Europe.

Its open carriage takes you to Lake Gelmer, located at an altitude of 1860 m above sea level. From the lake begins hiking mountain trails.

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Because of the high altitude, the plane seems to be moving very slowly.

But looking at the oncoming plane, it is clear that the speeds are enormous.

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A seagull performs the so-called "rain dance".

Seagulls stomp on the grass imitating the vibration of the rain.
In this deceptive way, they lure worms and other insects to the surface.

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Hardworking bees.

Bees live only 4-5 months; over their short lives, one average bee produces only 1/12th of a teaspoon of honey.

So there are 12 bees working on that spoonful of sweet product that you put in your tea in the morning for a lifetime.

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The shortest flight

The shortest flight of 47 seconds.

This route connects the two Scottish islands of Westray and Papa Westray, the distance between them is only 2.7 kilometers.

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