As of 2010, the longest suspension bridge in the world is the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge in Kobe, Japan. Opened in 1998, it spans an amazing 1991 metres (6529 feet).

A snail can actually glide over the sharp edge of a knife or razor without harming itself.

Each day 400 gallons of recycled blood are pumped through the kidneys.

AMAZING FACTS