American Traditions That Confuse The Rest of the World

Using Toilets With Lots of Water

Most foreign toilets have very little water in the bowl, which is a strange concept if you aren't used to it. But as it's been said, America is falling way behind on conservation efforts. One of the easiest places to start is in the bathroom by using less water while you shower, brush your teeth, and yes, even use the toilet.

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The More You Know

  • Only two national flags have the color purple on them.
  • Saturn is the only planet in our solar system that could float in water.
  • It costs the U.S. Mint almost twice as much to mint each penny and nickel as the coins are actually worth. Taxpayers lost over $100 million in 2013 just through the coins being made.
  • There is a fish with transparent bones and white blood.
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