Randomness #2
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Bananas Are Berries, but Strawberries Aren’t In botanical terms, bananas qualify as berries, while strawberries do not. This is because a berry is defined as a fruit produced from the ovary of a single flower, with seeds embedded in the flesh, which is true for bananas but not for strawberries.
Wombat Poop Is Cube-Shaped: Wombats, native to Australia, produce cube-shaped droppings. This unique shape prevents the poop from rolling away and helps mark their territory.
Honey Never Spoils: Archaeologists have found pots of honey in ancient Egyptian tombs that are over 3,000 years old and still perfectly edible. Honey’s low moisture content and acidic pH create an environment that resists bacteria and spoilage.