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How much does water weigh?

One cubic centimeter of water at 4 degree celsius weighs 1 gram. 4 degrees celcius is equal to 39 degrees Fahrenheit and 1 gram equals 0.002 pounds.

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Who performed the first systematic, scientific study of lightning?

During the second half of the 18th century, Ben Franklin was the one who began the scientific study of lightning. He designed an experiment which conclusively proved the electrical nature of lightning. The experiment revealed that clouds are electrically charged so began his journey into lightning. Learn more here.

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