Elephants are herbivores and can spend up to 16 hours days collecting leaves, twigs, bamboo and roots.

The Earth spins at 1,000 mph but it travels through space at an incredible 67,000 mph.

The word "limelight" that is used in theatre to refer to the performers on the stage originated because before electricity was available lime was burned in a lamp, which created a white light that was directed at the performers.

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