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Fun Facts About Pencils

Fun Facts About Pencils

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 Pencils an everyday object with a rich history and surprising complexity. For example, did you know the core of the pencil isn't actually lead. It is graphite. Discover what the numbers and letters on pencils like "HB" or #2 actually mean. Uncover impressive facts, such as how the average pencil can draw a line 35 miles long or write 45,000 words, and that over 14 billion pencils are produced annually worldwide. Learn the origins of the eraser, patented in 1858 by Hymen Lipman, and how it works. Finally, discover why yellow became the dominant color for pencils, a tradition that emerged in the late 19th century to signify quality and a connection to prized Chinese graphite. Want to learn more? Head over to my website www.funfactsdailypod.com and be sure to listen to my other podcasts Who ARTed: Weekly Art History for All Ages or Art Smart. For family fun, check out my son's podcast Rainbow Puppy Science Lab Fun Facts Daily is an Airwave Media Podcast. If you are interested in advertising on this or any other Airwave Media show, email: advertising@airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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