Saturday, Aug 29, 2020, 12:53 pm

By:James Fraser

We don't know many things! It isn't a big deal because no one knows everything completely. However, for some reasons, we miss those simple things we should have known long time back. Be it facts, tips or tricks, there is an ocean of things we need to know just to make our lives simpler or perfect. Here is an assorted list of fifteen random things you probably didn't know before. 

1.Chewing Gum Stops Tears Caused by Onions

Though no one can really tell the reason behind this, the trick totally works for many. Try chewing gum next time while chopping onions to prevent discomfort to the eyes.

2.Right Way to Apply Perfume

To make any perfume work, you need to apply it on the pulse points. The picture shows you the perfect way to apply perfume for optimum result. 

3.Using Dairy Queen Lids the Right Way

Ever wondered why Dairy Queen Treats' lids are oddly shaped? The company wants you to invert the lid and use it as a holder, so the cold doesn't bother you. 

4.Fire Has No Shadow

Under normal circumstances, fire doesn't cast any shadow or whatsoever. It is so because fire itself is a source of light. It doesn't produce shadow unless the background light has a different color than fire.

5.iPhone Clock's Hands Actually Move

Most iPhone users don't know this. If you own an iPhone, don't forget to check the moving hands on iPhone's clock icon. Make sure your iPhone runs on iOS 7 or above before checking.

6.A Baby Rabbit is Called Kitten

We all call a baby rabbit just baby rabbit. A baby rabbit is actually called a kit or kitten. Baby bunnies… we mean… kittens look adorable too.

7.Using Straw and Soda Can the Right Way

Have you ever wondered why there is a hole in the soda can tab? The sole purpose of the hole is to hold the straw properly. 

8.Skittles Replaced Lime Candies with Green Apple

The green candies in Skittles are not lime flavored anymore. Skittles replaced lime candies with green apple ones in 2013. 

9.Want to Know How Much Juice is Left in the Battery?

You don't need to lick or try other ways. The simplest way to find the remaining charge in a battery is to drop it vertically from a small height. A fully charged battery will not bounce back.

10.The Secret Behind this Symbol

You see the symbol everywhere, but do you know the actual meaning of it? Here it is - the true meaning of the universal power symbol.

11.Using AAA Batteries When You Run out of AAs

When you run out of AA batteries, this simple trick should work for you. Fill the gap between the positive end of AAA battery and battery compartment using a tin foil, as shown in the image.

12.This Display Trick

How many of you saw this deceiving display trickery in a store? Yes, many stores use this trick just to make everything inside look full and good!

13.'Buttload' is an Actual Measurement

'Buttload' isn't a casual or slang term. It is an actual measurement mostly used by the alcoholic beverage industry. One buttload equals to 126 gallons. 

14.Soda Cup Lids are Made to Work as Coasters

You can use a soda cup's lid as a drip-catching coaster. Most soda cups are specially designed to work this way. Don't throw the lid away! 

15.Takeout Boxes Can be Used as Plates

They are made to work that way. You don't need to transfer the food from takeout box/container to a plate.

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