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There are over 1,600 known species of starfishes. Whale songs can be used to map out the ocean floor. It is believed that Ancient Egyptians used complex mathematics such as algebra, arithmetic and geometry as far back as 3000 BC, such as equations to approximate the area of circles. Glass balls can bounce higher than rubber ones. Cats have a peripheral vision of 285 degrees. There are 2.5 million times more ants on earth than people (20 quadrillion of them). The Hindu-Arabic numeral system began developing as early as the 1st century with a full system being established around the 9th century, forming the basis of the numerical digits 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 that we use today. A group of whales is called a pod. Pearls melt in vinegar. Dolphins can kill sharks by ramming them with their snout. reload more facts