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  • The Great Wall of China is Not Visible from Space: Contrary to popular belief, the Great Wall of China cannot be seen from space without aid.
  • The Largest Desert in the World is Antarctica: Antarctica is the largest desert on Earth, covering an area of about 5.5 million square miles (14.2 million square kilometers).
  • Bananas are Berries: Botanically speaking, bananas are berries, while strawberries are not.
  • The Eiffel Tower Can Be 15 cm Taller in the Summer: Due to thermal expansion, the iron structure of the Eiffel Tower can expand up to 15 cm (6 inches) in height during the summer.
  • The Coldest Inhabited Place on Earth: Oymyakon, a village in Siberia, Russia, holds the record for the coldest inhabited place on Earth, with temperatures dropping below -50°C (-58°F) in winter.
  • The Largest Living Structure on Earth: The Great Barrier Reef in Australia is the largest living structure on Earth, stretching over 1,400 miles (2,300 kilometers).
  • The Dead Sea is Shrinking: The Dead Sea, located between Jordan and Israel, is shrinking at a rate of about 1 meter (3 feet) per year.
  • Bats are Not Blind: Contrary to popular belief, bats are not blind; they can see, although some species have poor eyesight and rely on echolocation to navigate.
  • The First Webcam was Used to Monitor Coffee: The first webcam was created in 1991 at the University of Cambridge to monitor the status of a coffee pot, allowing researchers to know if there was coffee available without leaving their desks.
  • The Tardigrade Can Survive Extreme Conditions: The tardigrade, also known as the water bear, can survive extreme conditions, including space, radiation, and temperatures ranging from near absolute zero to over 300°F (150°C).
  • A Group of Flamingos is Called a "Flamboyance": A group of flamingos is called a "flamboyance."
  • The World's Longest Traffic Jam Lasted 12 Days: The world's longest traffic jam occurred in Beijing, China, and lasted for 12 days, stretching over 62 miles (100 kilometers).
  • The Sun's Core Produces Energy through Nuclear Fusion: The Sun's core produces energy through nuclear fusion, where hydrogen atoms combine to form helium, releasing vast amounts of energy in the process.
  • A Group of Crows is Called a "Murder": A group of crows is called a "murder."
  • There are More Stars in the Universe than Grains of Sand on Earth: There are estimated to be more stars in the universe than grains of sand on all the beaches on Earth.

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