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What are some science facts that people generally get wrong? originally appeared on Quora: the place to gain and share knowledge, empowering people to learn from others and better understand the world ...

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These are the most shocking science "facts" that are actually wrong. These myths, old wives tales, and misconceptions have been passed down through the ages, but we are here to put an end to that. For ...