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30 Random Facts That Will Make You Go, "Wow!"

"When you talk, you are only repeating what you already know. But if you listen, you may learn something new." -Unknown

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30 Random Facts That Will Make You Go, "Wow!"
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We learn something new every day! Listed below are a mixture of interesting and mind-blowing facts that will make you go, "Wow!"

1. Maine is the closest U.S. state to Africa.

2. It rains diamonds on Jupiter and Saturn.

3. You can't hum while holding your nose. (You tried it didn't you? Don't worry, I tried it and failed, so don't feel bad).

4. Redheads make up only 2% of the world's population.

5. China is the most populous country in the world followed by India coming in second place and the United States coming in third place.

6. The average bra size in the United States is 34DD.

7. Honey is made of nectar and bee vomit. *cringes*

8. 2002 is as close to 2016 as 2016 is to 2030.

9. The national animal of Scotland is the unicorn.

10. Venus is the hottest planet in our solar system.

11. A strawberry is not a berry, but a banana IS a berry.

12. New York City is farther south than Rome, Italy.

13. Mezzo soprano is the most common singing voice type for females followed by soprano coming in second place and contralto (alto) coming in third place.

14. Baritone is the the most common singing voice type for males followed by bass coming in second place and tenor coming in third place.

15. Famous baseball player Jackie Robinson was the first African American TV sports analyst.

16. Delaware was the first U.S state to become a part of the good ole USA.

17. The averages person laughs 13 times a day.

18. Peanuts are not really nuts; they are legumes.

19. Cats are more popular household pets than dogs.

20. Maryland and Virginia donated some of their land to Washington, D.C. (What good neighbors you are, Maryland and Virginia!)

21. You are more likely to be killed by a vending machine than a shark.

22. December 25 is the rarest birthday. (Makes me feel special for being a Christmas baby)

23. About 0.5% of words in the average person's daily speech are swear words.

24. Black is the most common human hair color.

25. Wyoming is the least populous U.S. state while North Dakota is the least visited U.S. state.

26. The official language of Illinois is "American".

27. An ostrich's eye is bigger than its brain.

28. You can see Niagara Falls in both the U.S. and Canada.

29. In the U.S. state of Montana, humans are outnumbered by elk, deer, and antelope.

30. Orange juice tastes bad after brushing your teeth because the toothpaste blocks the sweet taste receptors.

Which facts surprised or interested you the most? What kind of interesting or mind-blowing facts can you think of? Let me know in the comments!

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