Money notes are not made from paper, they are made mostly from a special blend of cotton and linen. In 1932, when a shortage of cash occurred in Tenino, Washington, USA, notes were made out of wood for a brief period.

Leaving the water running while brushing your teeth can waste four gallons of water in a minute.

The only commercial aircraft that is able to break the sound barrier is the Concorde.

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