25 Cosas que NO Sabías hace 5 minutos!! ⏰😲 [254]

25 Things You Didn't Know 5 Minutes Ago

Fascinating Facts About Nature and Science

• Honey collectors from the Sunda Varns in India wear masks on the back of their heads to protect against tiger attacks, as these animals do not attack if they believe they are being watched.

• Jerry Gacelo was born with megalocornea, a condition where the cornea is larger than normal. This unique feature inspired the creation of Professor Orlov's floating head in "Wednesday" through a blend of live-action and digital magic.

• Christopher Lloyd utilized volumetric capture technology to create a hyper-realistic digital version of himself for filming, ensuring seamless interaction with other actors by placing a 360-degree camera on set.

• VFX artists crafted a virtual jar that looked authentic by recreating glass, liquid, bubbles, and impurities. This attention to detail made it appear as though characters were genuinely inside an enchanted jar.

• People can tattoo their teeth; however, this is done on dental crowns rather than natural teeth. These artistic designs are applied before placement in the mouth.

Unusual Historical Events and Innovations

• An Australian man spent 16 years typing out all numbers from one to one million using a typewriter—a testament to dedication or perhaps boredom.

• The nut that holds together a helicopter's main rotor is called the Jesus Nut; if it fails mid-flight, pilots can only pray for safety as rotors detach.

• Tuxaut launched a motorcycle tire down Argentina's Fiambalá desert dune, allowing gravity to take over—a thrilling experiment many would enjoy trying.

Ingenious Solutions and Unique Discoveries

• In response to complaints about slow elevators in the 90s, engineers installed mirrors so passengers could distract themselves while waiting—effectively eliminating complaints overnight.

• Toffee Gally Jeff from Azerbaijan achieved the world's first full complete at the World Games in Spain—a triple backflip with each rotation including a 360-degree twist.

Nature’s Wonders and Artistic Creations

• A family of polar bears has permanently settled at an abandoned weather station on Kolyuchin Island in Russia—showcasing wildlife adaptation to human structures.

• Thomas Persson created hourglass-like sculptures filled with water that are sealed permanently with glass and resin—an innovative blend of art and science preserving nature's elements.

Culinary Techniques and Musical Instruments

• Eggs can be cooked using heated stones instead of traditional methods like frying or boiling. This technique imparts unique flavors while ensuring even cooking without oil.

• The cork from champagne bottles can reach speeds up to 100 kilometers per hour when released—especially dangerous if shaken prior due to potential injuries or broken glass.

• The Jaw Harp (Arpa de Boca), one of humanity's oldest musical instruments, has been used across cultures for thousands of years in various rituals and ceremonies.