Believe It Or Not, These Aren't Actually Design Flaws

Dots on Car Windows

Did you ever wonder what those tiny dots on your car window were for? They're called "frits" and they protect the glass from extreme temperature change that could shatter it. Next time you're a passenger on a very boring journey, pay more attention to the little oddities on your vehicle.

Grating on Microwave Window

The black grate is called a Faraday shield, and it keeps microwaves from escaping through the glass. Without it, your food wouldn't cook properly, which would mean the microwaves had escaped.

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The More You Know

  • The Netherlands has the tallest population.
  • When baking, it’s important to use room temperature ingredients (unless otherwise specified). If you forget to take your eggs out of the fridge in time, don’t worry. Just place them in a bowl of warm water for a few minutes.
  • The 100 folds in a chef's hat represent 100 ways to cook an egg.
  • Run your wrists under cold water or rub an ice cube on your pulse points to cool down all over quickly when you get overheated.
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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.