- 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.
- Wine is sold in tinted bottles because it spoils when exposed to light.
- Helminthophobia is the fear of worms.
- Only female mosquitoes bite.
- All of the clocks in the movie 'Pulp Fiction' are fixed to 4:20.
- Every year the sun loses 360 million tons.
- Elephants are capable of swimming 20 miles a day.
- Coffee is the most popular beverage worldwide with over 400 billion cups consumed each year.
- Cats are not able to taste anything that is sweet.
- A banana contains 75% water.
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