In modern society, access to information is unlimited, but despite this, new misconceptions continue to appear that create the illusion of truth and organically fit into our lives. The persistence of misconceptions is so striking that even attempts by scientists to debunk them with the help of scientific facts remain unsuccessful.

Below are ten of the most popular misconceptions and myths that are not true.

 

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Myth: Real diamonds are not visible in water due to their transparency.

Truth: In fact, even the most transparent diamonds or diamonds are clearly visible in the water and sparkle brightly. It is impossible to hide a diamond in water, since it must have the same refractive index of light in water – 1,33, while for a diamond this coefficient is much higher and equal to 2,42

Myth: Sea salt is saltier than table salt.

Truth: This is not true, since both types of salt are 97% pure sodium chloride. A slight difference in taste is felt due to the shape and structure of the sea salt crystals. They are much larger with a less dense structure, due to which they dissolve on the tongue almost instantly.

Myth: The hare is a cowardly animal

Truth: The hare is not cowardly, but cautious. In case of danger, the animal flees, because it does not have sharp claws and terrible fangs. But if you manage to catch an adult hare, he desperately breaks out, screams, beats with strong hind legs and uses sharp teeth

Myth: Decaffeinated coffee doesn't taste as good.

Truth: Decaffeination removes only the caffeine from the coffee beans, while retaining the nutrients and essential oils. So coffee, devoid of caffeine, remains as strong and aromatic.

Myth: You should get up from the table with a slight feeling of hunger.

Truth: We just have to eat our fill. Because only enough food can stretch the stomach so that gastrin is released in the upper stomach, which stimulates the secretion of gastric juice with a high content of hydrochloric acid for the digestion of proteins.

Myth: Sweets are unhealthy and should be avoided.

Truth: Sweets made from natural raw materials are a source of glucose intake. And according to experts, many do not have enough strength and joy in life only because their brain and nerves do not receive it in the right amount.

Myth: Microbes only harm humans

Truth: More than 500 types of microbes live in the human body: on the skin, in the mouth and on the mucous membranes of the internal organs, which perform a protective function. They form a protective film and are the first to pounce on harmful substances, preventing them from entering the body.

Myth: Bears are terrible and ferocious predators.

Truth: Almost all bears are vegetarians. In the course of studying the life of bears, zoologists found that out of a hundred bears, ninety-nine eat plant foods and only occasionally consume small animals – marmots, as well as insects in small quantities.

Myth: Collagen anti-aging cream completely smoothes out wrinkles.

Truth: Collagen molecules are too large to penetrate into the deep layer of the skin and participate in its restoration. In addition, no cream is able to penetrate human skin enough to reach its inner layer, which forms wrinkles.

Myth: A worm swims in real tequila.

Truth: There is no worm in real Mexican tequila. Some manufacturers add it to the bottle to impress foreigners and increase sales.

Author: Vivid Gray