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If you pee in a pool, it will turn red -

It is commonly mentioned to children to prevent them from urinating in a shared swimming pool, but according to studies, approximately 50% of Americans still believe that there exists a specific "urine-detecting dye" capable of turning urine red when combined with pool chemicals.

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If you drop a penny from the top of the Empire State Building, it will kill someone -

If a penny is dropped from the top of a building and reaches a speed of about 60 mph, it will only cause mild discomfort when it hits someone.

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Sitting too close to the television damages your eyes -

There is no evidence to suggest that sitting too close to the television can damage eyesight. The misconception is likely derived from the fact that color TV sets in the 1960s emitted hazardous levels of radiation.

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If you make a silly face, it will freeze like that -

Your facial muscles have elasticity and will revert back to their normal condition.

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Dogs see in black and white -

Dogs possess color vision, but less advanced compared to humans.

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Drinking coffee stunts growth -

Coffee consumption does not affect a child's growth, as height is influenced by genetic factors rather than the amount of caffeine consumed.

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Only 10% of our brain is used -

This widely held belief is not accurate. Although you may not utilize each part of your brain simultaneously, throughout the day, you do make use of your entire brain.

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Full moon affects human behavior -

The most research has ever been able to do is prove correlations between a full moon and abnormal or altered behavior, which as we all (should) know, does not equal causation.

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You must wait an hour after eating to go swimming or you'll get cramps and/or die -

This misconception could originate from the idea that experiencing cramps while swimming immobilizes a person and can cause drowning. Although it is more common to experience stomach cramps after eating and engaging in physical activity, this has never resulted in drowning.

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A dog year is equivalent to seven human years -

A dog's age can be around 15 human years, depending on its breed.

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Sugar causes hyperactivity -

The concept of a sugar rush is unsupported. While not the healthiest choice for children, there is no scientific evidence linking sugar consumption to behavior changes.

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Candy consumption triggers acne -

Candy and greasy food don't directly cause acne. However, they may trigger inflammation in the body which could potentially contribute to the occurrence of breakouts.

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Carrots enhance night vision capabilities -

Carrots hold vitamin A, a crucial nutrient for eye health, but they do not directly enhance visual sharpness.

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Most body heat is lost through the head -

If your parents ever advised you to wear a hat during winter outings, believing it would prevent excessive body heat loss, they were incorrect.

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Milk for stronger bones -

Studies that have attempted to back up this claim have either had inconclusive results or have shown the exact opposite.

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Vitamin C helps fight against the common cold -

While vitamin C is crucial for a strong immune system, there is no scientific proof that it can effectively prevent or cure common colds.

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Gum digestion takes a full seven years if swallowed -

Gum travels through the digestive system like any other substance. Although it lacks nutrients for absorption, it will not become trapped in any part of the journey.

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You need less sleep as you get older -

As children grow, they require more sleep than adults. However, once individuals reach adulthood, the necessary amount of sleep does not decrease with aging.

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Salt speeds up water boiling -

Contrary to popular belief, this claim is entirely untrue and, in fact, achieves the opposite effect. Salt raises the boiling point of water, resulting in a prolonged boiling process.

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If you sneeze with your eyes open, they will fall out -

When we sneeze, it's natural for our eyes to close. However, it's a myth that if we try to keep them open, they will pop out. The increase in blood pressure behind the eyes during a sneeze is not significant enough to cause any such extreme outcome.

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It is impossible for someone to lick their own elbow -

Although uncommon, individuals who are highly flexible and hypermobile possess this ability.

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If you go outside with wet hair, you'll get sick -

Colds are caused by viruses, not by being physically cold. In the winter, cold or flu viruses are more frequently found, increasing the chances of getting sick. This misconception may have originated from these circumstances.

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A watermelon tree will grow in your stomach if you swallow the seeds -

This one does not require more explanation...correct?

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Reading in dim lighting can harm your eyes -

Insufficient lighting leading to eyestrain may result in a headache, yet it won't inflict harm upon your eyes or vision.

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Shaving leads to thicker hair regrowth over time -

After shaving, the hair follicle's naturally thicker base regrows first, creating the appearance of thicker hair. Nonetheless, the hair itself does not truly become thicker.

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If you touch a baby bird, its mother will abandon it -

Birds do not abandon their babies due to a "human scent." Actually, birds have a limited sense of smell and are incapable of distinguishing between different scents.

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The family pet went to live on the farm -

Explaining the truth to a child may pose challenges, but parents frequently deceive their children with this common fabrication, which could ultimately impede the growth of their emotional resilience.

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If you cross your eyes, they will get stuck -

Eye muscles may become fatigued from prolonged crossing, but they will not permanently freeze in that state.

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If you touch a toad, you'll get warts -

Warts are caused by a virus and are unrelated to the texture of the skin of this amphibian.

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Cracking your knuckles will give you arthritis -

There is no scientific evidence to support this claim, although it may be perceived as disgusting by many individuals.

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