Fun facts

Is a strawberry a berry?
A strawberry is not an actual berry. A berry is a fleshy fruit produced from a single seed. The strawberry, however has its dry, yellow “seeds” on the outside (each of which is actually considered a separate fruit).

How long does it take for food to pass through the digestive system?
After you eat, it takes about six to eight hours for food to pass through your stomach and small intestine. Food then enters your large intestine (colon) for further digestion, absorption of water and, finally, elimination of undigested food.

Which is the smallest ocean in the world in terms of area?
With an area of 12 million square kilometers, the Arctic Ocean is the smallest ocean – more than five times smaller than the Indian and Atlantic oceans.

What is the use of the sphygmomanometer?
A sphygmomanometer is the gauge used to measure blood pressure. The sphygmomanometer reads both systolic and diastolic pressure. A doctor takes these measurements by putting on the cuff and pumping it up, which cuts off the blood flow.