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Wednesday, 7 January 2026
18 facts about Internet
18 facts about Internet
A global network of unlimited possibilities
The internet is now more than 30 years old. During this time, it has developed in a direction unimaginable to those who witnessed its creation. Initia ...

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Kerosene lamp
However, Łukasiewicz did not stop his distillation attempts and finally found the proper fraction, collected at the temperature of 250-350 °C (482 - 662 °F), devoid of light petrols and heavy hydrocarbons.
The resulting kerosene burned very well, so Łukasiewicz decided to use it for lighting rooms.
Antonov An-225 Mriya
During a flight held on 22nd March 1989, An-225 Mriya set 106 world records.
Three Gorges Dam
It required the relocation of over 1,3 million people.
The construction destroyed 13 cities, 140 towns, and over 1,300 villages. Further relocation is possible.
Steel
Modern steelmaking began in 1855.
The father of the process was Sir Henry Bessemer, an English inventor. His method was widely used fo ...
Kerosene lamp
There are several types of kerosene lamps.
These include: Flat wick lamp - which burns kerosene drawn in through the wick by capillary action ...
Steel
It is one of the most recycled materials in the world.
Approximately 60% of steel is recycled. However, because more steel is produced than is recycled, only about 40% of steel produced comes from recycling.
Internet
YouTube is the undisputed leader in video streaming.
Second place goes to Netflix, which has 12 times fewer users. Third place goes to Vimeo.
Antonov An-225 Mriya
An-225 consumes about 18 tons of fuel during an hour of flight.
Steel
Stainless steel contains a minimum of 11% chromium. It is characterized by superior biological cleanability.
Such alloy is perfect for food or pharmaceutical purposes. It is worth mentioning that stainless ste ...
Three Gorges Dam
It is the largest hydropower station in the world.
It generates 100 billion kWh of electricity a year. In 2020, the dam generated 11,8 TWh, setting a world record previously held by the Itaipu Dam in South America.