Przetłumacz teksty: tłumacz google-zgłaszany :) 1.This idea was probably made up to stop children swallowing gum, but it's nonsense. It may be a bit more difficult to break down than other things we eat, but actually it doesn't take very long to digest. 2.This is a common belief, but it's false. Astronauts in space can see the Great Wall before leaving the earth's orbit, as well as several other things like airports, motorways, and even bridges. But the truth is that the famous landmark is not visible from the moon. 3.This is probably true. Many people are afraid of flying because they believe it's risky, but statistics show that it's safer than crossing the road, and there is a greater chance of accidents in other forms of transport. However, the chances of surviving a plane cras are low. 4.Popeye claimed his strength came from this vegetable, but isn't a particularly good source of iron. In fact, it contains an acid which stops the body absorbing most of the iron. However, it is a rich source of healthy thins such as vitamins A, C and E. 5.This is a myth. People believe that fewer raindrops land on them if they run because they spend less time in the rain. But in reality you can get wetter by running, because more rain hits your chest when you run than when you walk. On the other hand, if you run to the nearest shelter you will get less wet. Of course, carrying an umbrella is the best way to avoid getting wet! 6.This is a famous saying, but is it a fact? On the contrary, lightning frequently hits the same place more than once. This is particularly true of high places - the Empire State Building in New York is struck 100 times every year on average, and in one storm it was struck 15 times in 15 minutes. The building is even designes as a lightning conductor to stop lightning hitting other buildings.