There are More than Four States of Matter Fact
The classical states of matter observable in every day life are solid, liquid, gas, and plasma, but there are many other known states of matter.
Facts
A Fact is a thing that is indisputably the case and is typically proven through evidence. If science, logic, and citation can prove something is true, then it gets labeled fact. If one or more parts of a statement are false, then it should be categorized a myth (all half-truths are myths). Some truth has grey areas, others like “Lincoln was a Republican” are a matter of record. You’ll find both types below, and when we use philosophical arguments that employ logic and reason, it will be noted.
Below is a list of factoids we have rated as “facts”. If you think you can prove any of the facts below to not be true, please let us know in the comments. All input will be considered. See our list of myths here. Learn more about what is a fact?
Russia Interfered with the 2016 U.S. Election Fact
There is a high degree of certainty that Russia ordered an influence campaign in 2016 to undermine public faith in the US democratic process and the sway the election.
People Tend to Act Out of Perceived Self Interest Fact
It isn’t true that everyone acts out of self interest, but generally people tend to act out of perceived self interest and “moral sentiment.”
We Drink the Same Water that Socrates, Jesus, and Buddha Drank Fact
Water is continuously mixed and recycled, so the odds are in favor of us sharing at least some molecules of it with Socrates, Jesus, Buddha, or anyone from past eras.
Despite the Red-State Blue-State Split, America is Rather Purple Fact
Despite the Red-State Blue-State split of the two-party system (between city and rural regions), America is rather purple (meaning all regions have a mix of voters).
Life is all About “Trade-offs” Fact
Life is all about “trade-offs,” there is rarely a “free lunch.” If one thing increases, another must decrease.
Common Painkillers Can Be Used to Treat Mental Health Issues Fact
Studies show both mental and physical pain can be treated with common painkillers like Aspirin, but there are complex factors to consider.
Logically, After You Die Will Be Like Before You Were Born Fact
No one knows what it is like before or after death, but logically, after you die will be like before you were born.
Social Values Affect Career Choice, and Career Choices Affect Social Values Fact
Social values affect career choice, and career choices affect social values, thus certain industries lean left (like colleges), and others right (like big oil).
Donald Trump has a lot in Common With Tyrants, Classically Speaking Fact
Donald Trump hasn’t been much of a Tyrant in-action, but he does have a lot in common with the classical tyrants, including the tyrant from Plato’s Republic.