If you’ve ever wanted to know some useless facts to fill your brain, we’ve got you covered! This holiday weekend, sit back, relax, and let’s talk about everything from the bizarre, to the absurd. Ready? Here we go…
- Bananas Are Berries, But Strawberries Aren’t!
- Did you know that botanically, bananas are classified as berries? On the flip side, strawberries don’t make the cut! Technically, strawberry seeds are classified as a nut.
- Your Tongue Print Is Unique
- Just like fingerprints, everyone has a unique tongue print. Next time you need a fun fact, stick your tongue out!
- Honey Never Spoils
- Archaeologists have found pots of honey in ancient Egyptian tombs that are over 3,000 years old and still perfectly edible.
- Carrots Were Originally Purple
- The orange carrots we know and love were cultivated from their less common purple predecessors.
- A Group of Flamingos Is Called a “Flamboyance”
- Perfectly fitting, given their striking pink color and graceful stature. Though flamingos aren’t pink. They’re actually grey, and turn pink as a result of their diet.
- Cows Have Best Friends
- Studies have shown that cows form strong social bonds with specific members of their herd and can get stressed when separated from them.
- Humans Share 50% of Their DNA with Bananas
- While we clearly don’t look like bananas, we do share a surprising amount of genetic material with them.
- Hot Water Freezes Faster Than Cold Water
- Known as the Mpemba effect, hot water can sometimes freeze more quickly than cold water under certain conditions.
- There’s a Word for That “Day After Tomorrow” Feeling
- It’s called “overmorrow.” A handy term for those who like to plan ahead!
- Bubble Wrap Was Originally Intended to Be Wallpaper
- The beloved packing material was first designed to be textured wallpaper, which didn’t quite catch on as planned.
Well, there you have it! 10 otherwise useless facts to delight and amaze.
Happy Canada Day and a happy Fourth of July to our American friends!
The CJBuzz 