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The skeleton of an African elephant accounts for about 15% of its body weight. Dark green lettuce leaves are more nutritious than lighter ones. A bowling pin will fall at a tilt of 7.5 degrees. 32% of all land in the U.S. is owned by the government. The spikes of a newborn hedgehog begin to appear within 24 hours. A car travelling at 80kph (50mph) uses half its fuel to overcome wind resistance. The statue of Liberty's mouth is 3 feet wide. Hippopotamuses have killed more people in Africa than any other animal. The compass and straight edge were powerful tools in the advancement of geometry, allowing the construction of various lengths, angles and geometric shapes. You can only see a rainbow if you have your back to the sun. reload more facts