Why is it called the Coronavirus?
The name coronavirus comes from the physical appearance of the virus. Under a microscope, a coronavirus is covered with pointy structures that look similar to a crown, or corona. It’s…
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How many teaspoons of sugar are in one can of Coke?
A 12-ounce can of Coke has nearly 10 teaspoons of sugar in it. I got curious about this because I looked at the back of a 12-ounce Coke can ad…
Can I use bar soap to wash my hair instead of shampoo?
Hand soap can be used as a shampoo, but you may not like the results. Before the invention of shampoo, regular ole’ soap was used for everything from cleaning hair…
What is the difference between regular olive oil and extra virgin olive oil?
Regular olive oil is lower quality than genuine extra virgin olive oil. It is processed using chemicals and other additives, has a lighter color, has a more neutral flavor, and…
How much blood do humans have?
The average adult has about 1.2 to 1.5 gallons (4.5 to 5.7 liters) of blood circulating inside their body. To put this into perspective, a milk jug is one gallon,…
What is the difference between club soda, tonic water, seltzer water, carbonated water, mineral water, and sparkling water?
Simply calling a beverage “carbonated water” is too broad of a term, because, within that category club soda, tonic water, seltzer water, and sparkling mineral water are all unique in…
Does drinking blood hydrate the human body?
Drinking blood is not a safe or effective way to hydrate the human body. While blood does contain hydrating water, it is not a suitable source of hydration due to…
Is plastic used in plastic surgery?
No, plastic is not generally used in plastic surgery. Like many other English medical terms, the origin of the word ‘plastic’ is Greek. It comes from the word, ‘plastikos,’ which…
Could someone temporarily survive by eating grass clippings?
Imagine a disaster hitting the area where you live, causing the food supply to halt temporarily. All grocery stores have been emptied and you’ve eaten everything in your pantry. What…
Does gum really take seven years to digest?
If one old wives’ tale is true, gum will stay in your digestive system for seven years after being swallowed. Thankfully, this is nonsense. Nothing could reside that long unless it was…