"Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving."
π΄ Motivation + physics in one line.
π΄ Motivation + physics in one line.
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Sandwich π₯ͺ
Named after Earl of Sandwich, who ordered meat between bread so he didnβt have to stop gambling.
Priorities. π²π
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Named after Earl of Sandwich, who ordered meat between bread so he didnβt have to stop gambling.
Priorities. π²π
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π Why Does a Circle Have 360 Degrees? π€
(Not 100, 400, or 1000β¦ but exactly 360!)
π Ancient Reason:
The Babylonians used a base-60 number system. They noticed the Sun's path took around 360 days β so, for convenience, they divided the full circle (like the sky) into 360 equal parts.
π Astronomical Logic:
Ancient astronomers saw the Sunβs yearly path as a circular motion. Approximating a year to 360 days made the math easy and logical.
π Math Magic:
The number 360 is super divisible β by 2, 3, 4, 5, 6β¦ up to 180! Thatβs why angles like 90Β°, 60Β°, 30Β° are easy to work with.
π‘ So, a circle isnβt just a shapeβ¦ itβs a perfect blend of history, science, and logic!
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(Not 100, 400, or 1000β¦ but exactly 360!)
π Ancient Reason:
The Babylonians used a base-60 number system. They noticed the Sun's path took around 360 days β so, for convenience, they divided the full circle (like the sky) into 360 equal parts.
π Astronomical Logic:
Ancient astronomers saw the Sunβs yearly path as a circular motion. Approximating a year to 360 days made the math easy and logical.
π Math Magic:
The number 360 is super divisible β by 2, 3, 4, 5, 6β¦ up to 180! Thatβs why angles like 90Β°, 60Β°, 30Β° are easy to work with.
π‘ So, a circle isnβt just a shapeβ¦ itβs a perfect blend of history, science, and logic!
#KnowledgeDrop π
#FunFacts #MathIsCool #HistoryNerd #AstronomyVibes #WorldOfKnowledge #DailyFacts
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π Happy Birthday to the Wizard of Electricity! β‘
π Born on July 10, 1856, Nikola Tesla was the genius inventor who gave the world AC electricity, the Tesla coil, and ideas far ahead of his time β wireless energy, radio, and even X-rays!
π‘ He spoke 8 languages, slept just 2 hours a day, and once said:
> βIf you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency and vibration.β
π‘ Tesla didnβt just dream of the future β he built it.
β οΈ Fun Fact: He once made an earthquake machine so powerful it could shake buildings... but he smashed it with a hammer before it went too far. π³
π§ Gone but never forgotten. Happy Birthday, Tesla β the real β‘current kingβ‘!
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π Born on July 10, 1856, Nikola Tesla was the genius inventor who gave the world AC electricity, the Tesla coil, and ideas far ahead of his time β wireless energy, radio, and even X-rays!
π‘ He spoke 8 languages, slept just 2 hours a day, and once said:
> βIf you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency and vibration.β
π‘ Tesla didnβt just dream of the future β he built it.
β οΈ Fun Fact: He once made an earthquake machine so powerful it could shake buildings... but he smashed it with a hammer before it went too far. π³
π§ Gone but never forgotten. Happy Birthday, Tesla β the real β‘current kingβ‘!
#NikolaTesla #TeslaBirthday #WorldOfKnowledge #FunFacts #Inventor #ScienceLegend #ElectricMan
π§οΈβ¨ Sawan ka Mahina β¨π§οΈ
The air smells like devotion, the skies sing with rain, and the heart beats with Har Har Mahadev! ππ
Sawan is not just a month...
It's a feeling of faith, fasting, the fragrance of flowers, and the sound of bells echoing βOm Namah Shivayaβ ποΈ
Let the rain wash away your worries,
Let devotion cleanse your soul. πΏπΌ
π§π Happy Sawan to all!
May Lord Shiva bless you with strength, peace, and prosperity. πποΈ
#Sawan2025 #HarHarMahadev #ShravanSomvar #SpiritualVibes #Devotion #SawanMagic #BolBam
Regards ~ @worldof_knowledge
The air smells like devotion, the skies sing with rain, and the heart beats with Har Har Mahadev! ππ
Sawan is not just a month...
It's a feeling of faith, fasting, the fragrance of flowers, and the sound of bells echoing βOm Namah Shivayaβ ποΈ
Let the rain wash away your worries,
Let devotion cleanse your soul. πΏπΌ
π§π Happy Sawan to all!
May Lord Shiva bless you with strength, peace, and prosperity. πποΈ
#Sawan2025 #HarHarMahadev #ShravanSomvar #SpiritualVibes #Devotion #SawanMagic #BolBam
Regards ~ @worldof_knowledge
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Ketchup π
Originally came from a Chinese word βkΓͺ-tsiapβ, which was a fermented fish sauce. π
Not very tomato-ey, huh?π
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Originally came from a Chinese word βkΓͺ-tsiapβ, which was a fermented fish sauce. π
Not very tomato-ey, huh?π
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Carrots can naturally come in several colors, not just orange! Here are the main ones:
π₯ Common Carrot Colors:
1. Orange β The most common, rich in beta-carotene (Vitamin A).
2. Purple β Rich in anthocyanins (antioxidants), sometimes orange or white inside.
3. Yellow β Contains lutein, good for eye health.
4. Red β Contains lycopene, the same antioxidant found in tomatoes.
5. White β Milder in taste, lower in pigments but still nutritious.
6. Black (Deep Purple/Almost Black) β Rare, with very high anthocyanin content.
So, carrots can come in at least 6 natural colors β but farmers sometimes grow them in custom shades too through hybrid breeding. π₯ π
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π₯ Common Carrot Colors:
1. Orange β The most common, rich in beta-carotene (Vitamin A).
2. Purple β Rich in anthocyanins (antioxidants), sometimes orange or white inside.
3. Yellow β Contains lutein, good for eye health.
4. Red β Contains lycopene, the same antioxidant found in tomatoes.
5. White β Milder in taste, lower in pigments but still nutritious.
6. Black (Deep Purple/Almost Black) β Rare, with very high anthocyanin content.
So, carrots can come in at least 6 natural colors β but farmers sometimes grow them in custom shades too through hybrid breeding. π₯ π
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π Did you know what makes July 19 special?
π Key Highlights of the Day:
βοΈ 1848 β First Womenβs Rights Convention began in Seneca Falls, USA π§βπ€βπ§
βοΈ 1969 β Apollo 11 entered lunar orbit π
βοΈ 1980 β Moscow Olympics opened despite a massive boycott π
βοΈ Today is National Daiquiri Day πΉ & Stick Out Your Tongue Day π
Fun Fact:
π July 19 is the 200th day of the year! π
π Key Highlights of the Day:
βοΈ 1848 β First Womenβs Rights Convention began in Seneca Falls, USA π§βπ€βπ§
βοΈ 1969 β Apollo 11 entered lunar orbit π
βοΈ 1980 β Moscow Olympics opened despite a massive boycott π
βοΈ Today is National Daiquiri Day πΉ & Stick Out Your Tongue Day π
Fun Fact:
π July 19 is the 200th day of the year! π
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β¨ 20 July β Special Days β¨
Today is packed with amazing celebrations! π
π International Moon Day β Honoring the historic Apollo 11 Moon landing.
π¦ National Ice Cream Day β The perfect excuse for a sweet treat!
β International Chess Day β Time to checkmate your friends.
π¨π΄ Colombia Independence Day β A proud day for Colombia.
π€ Friendship Day β Celebrate the bonds that make life beautiful.
Which one are you celebrating today? π
#WorldOfKnowledge #SpecialDay #MoonDay #IceCreamDay #ChessDay #FriendshipDay #July20
Today is packed with amazing celebrations! π
π International Moon Day β Honoring the historic Apollo 11 Moon landing.
π¦ National Ice Cream Day β The perfect excuse for a sweet treat!
β International Chess Day β Time to checkmate your friends.
π¨π΄ Colombia Independence Day β A proud day for Colombia.
π€ Friendship Day β Celebrate the bonds that make life beautiful.
Which one are you celebrating today? π
#WorldOfKnowledge #SpecialDay #MoonDay #IceCreamDay #ChessDay #FriendshipDay #July20
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22 July 2025
β¨ Todayβs Special Days β¨
π§ World Brain Day β Focus on brain health & awareness.
π₯ National Mango Day β Celebrate the king of fruits!
π€ National Hammock Day β Perfect time to relax.
π’ Pi Approximation Day (22/7) β A day for math lovers.
π¬ Penuche Fudge Day β Indulge in sweet treats.
π²πΎ Sarawak Independence Day β Regional holiday in Malaysia.
Which one will you celebrate today?
#WorldBrainDay #MangoDay #PiApproximationDay #WorldofKnowledge
β¨ Todayβs Special Days β¨
π§ World Brain Day β Focus on brain health & awareness.
π₯ National Mango Day β Celebrate the king of fruits!
π€ National Hammock Day β Perfect time to relax.
π’ Pi Approximation Day (22/7) β A day for math lovers.
π¬ Penuche Fudge Day β Indulge in sweet treats.
π²πΎ Sarawak Independence Day β Regional holiday in Malaysia.
Which one will you celebrate today?
#WorldBrainDay #MangoDay #PiApproximationDay #WorldofKnowledge
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π₯§ Pi Approximation Day (22/7)
Did you know 22/7 is the fraction that closely approximates the value of Ο (3.14159β¦)?
This day is celebrated by math lovers around the world to honor the beauty of this infinite number that defines circles, geometry, and so much more!
Fun Fact:
The true value of Ο goes on forever without repeating.
22/7 = 3.142857β¦ which is a close and simple way to remember Ο.
#PiDay #PiApproximationDay #MathFacts #WorldofKnowledge
Did you know 22/7 is the fraction that closely approximates the value of Ο (3.14159β¦)?
This day is celebrated by math lovers around the world to honor the beauty of this infinite number that defines circles, geometry, and so much more!
Fun Fact:
The true value of Ο goes on forever without repeating.
22/7 = 3.142857β¦ which is a close and simple way to remember Ο.
#PiDay #PiApproximationDay #MathFacts #WorldofKnowledge
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π±π¬ The History of Emoji β From :-) to π€―
Did you know?
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πΉ 1982 β The First Emoticon
Computer scientist Scott Fahlman used :-) and :-( on a university forum to show tone in messages β the first emoticons.
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πΉ 1999 β Birth of Emojis in Japan π―π΅
Shigetaka Kurita created the first set of 176 emojis for a Japanese mobile company (NTT DoCoMo).
They were just 12x12 pixel icons!
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πΉ 2010 β Emoji Goes Global π
Emojis were added to Unicode, the system that standardizes characters across devices β making them usable worldwide.
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πΉ 2011 β Apple Adds Emoji Keyboard ππ±
iOS officially added the emoji keyboard β and emojis exploded in popularity.
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πΉ Now β Emojis Are a Language
Today, there are over 3,800 emojis and growing!
Thereβs even a World Emoji Day (π July 17) and an annual Emoji Awards!
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π§ Fun Fact:
Oxford Dictionary's Word of the Year in 2015 was...
π βπβ β Face with Tears of Joy!
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π¨ Whatβs your most used emoji?
Drop it in the comments π
#EmojiHistory #WorldOfKnowledge #FunFacts #EmojiStory #DigitalCulture #LanguageOfTheFuture #EmoticonToEmoji #EmojiFacts
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Did you know?
The emojis we use every day have a fascinating history that started over 40 years ago!---
πΉ 1982 β The First Emoticon
Computer scientist Scott Fahlman used :-) and :-( on a university forum to show tone in messages β the first emoticons.
---
πΉ 1999 β Birth of Emojis in Japan π―π΅
Shigetaka Kurita created the first set of 176 emojis for a Japanese mobile company (NTT DoCoMo).
They were just 12x12 pixel icons!
---
πΉ 2010 β Emoji Goes Global π
Emojis were added to Unicode, the system that standardizes characters across devices β making them usable worldwide.
---
πΉ 2011 β Apple Adds Emoji Keyboard ππ±
iOS officially added the emoji keyboard β and emojis exploded in popularity.
---
πΉ Now β Emojis Are a Language
Today, there are over 3,800 emojis and growing!
Thereβs even a World Emoji Day (π July 17) and an annual Emoji Awards!
---
π§ Fun Fact:
Oxford Dictionary's Word of the Year in 2015 was...
π βπβ β Face with Tears of Joy!
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π¨ Whatβs your most used emoji?
Drop it in the comments π
#EmojiHistory #WorldOfKnowledge #FunFacts #EmojiStory #DigitalCulture #LanguageOfTheFuture #EmoticonToEmoji #EmojiFacts
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World of Knowledge pinned Β«π±π¬ The History of Emoji β From :-) to π€― Did you know? The emojis we use every day have a fascinating history that started over 40 years ago! --- πΉ 1982 β The First Emoticon Computer scientist Scott Fahlman used :-) and :-( on a university forum to showβ¦Β»