Earth
From Wittypedia
Unless you are reading this from geostationary orbit, the chances are you are actually on Earth right now. So, use your eyes and then you'll know what Earth looks like. Big isn't it?
disclaimer: this technique of using your eyes, or 'looking', also works from orbit. However,
objects may appear smaller than actual size.
Depending on the source you use, the Earth was either created in 7 days, over hundreds of millions of years or by giant space monkeys with hands the size of Jupiter and a keen eye for detail.
Today, if my apartment is to be believed, the earth is populated by at least 3 people (some sources ridiculously claim the figure to be somewhere in the billions), as well as many, many different forms of plant and animal life, soft furnishings and cutlery.
Here are some more facts about the Earth;
- The Earth's surface is made up of 99% land, however, a lot of this is covered with water so always test your footing before you walk.
- The atmosphere is made up of 70% carbon dioxide, 20% oxygen and 10% methane - especially over bean producing countries.
- If the Earth could choose it's own name it would be known as Cyril.
- If the Earth was just 10% smaller people would be far fatter as we wouldn't have to walk so far
because everything would be a lot closer.
- If you tried to walk around the circumference of the Earth it would take a year or so (probably). You'd also need some scuba gear and a good pair of walking boots.
