Norwegian Lundehunds Have Six Toes on Each Foot
This rare Norse breed was developed to scale steep cliffs and hunt puffins. Its six toes, hyper-flexible joints, and ability to tilt its head 180° backward made it an extraordinary climber.
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Cats Have a Hidden Third Eyelid
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Rubber Bands Last Longer When Stored in the Refrigerator
Natural rubber degrades primarily through oxidation — a chemical reaction with oxygen in the air. Cold temperatures significantly slow this process. According to van't Hoff's rule, every 10°C drop in temperature roughly halves the reaction rate. Storing rubber bands in the refrigerator (not the freezer) can extend their lifespan by years.
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The First Item Sold on eBay Was a Broken Laser Pointer
In 1995, Pierre Omidyar created 'AuctionWeb' (later renamed eBay) and listed a broken laser pointer as a test. It sold for $14.83. When he contacted the buyer to confirm they understood it was broken, the buyer replied: 'I'm a collector of broken laser pointers.' Omidyar called it the moment he realized there was an online market for everything.