Wednesday, September 23, 2009

FACTS WE CAN ALL LEARN FROM

How dangerous are piranha?
A single piranha, with its razor-sharp teeth, is still dangerous enough when out of water to rip off the flesh, or a finger or toe, from an unwary fisherman.

Which human hair grows fastest?
Beards are the fastest growing hairs on the human body. If the average man never trimmed his beard, it would grow to nearly 30 feet long in his lifetime.

Who was first to high five?
According to one source, the Los Angeles Dodgers coined the term "high five." Outfielder Glenn Burke is credited with originating it in 1977.


Which language has the longest alphabet?
The longest alphabet is Cambodian. It has 74 letters compared with the 26 in English.


Are Australian barflies fond of horses?
In the state of Queensland, Australia, it is still constitutional law that all pubs (hotel/bar) must have a railing outside for patrons to tie up their horse.

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