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Cellophane was discovered during attempts to create stain-proof tablecloths.
Jacques Brandenberger discovered cellophane while trying to make waterproof tablecloths. The clear film peeled off, creating modern food packaging.
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The first photograph was created when Joseph Nicéphore Niépce left a pewter plate in sunlight.
In 1826, Niépce created the first permanent photograph by accident when he left a pewter plate coated with...
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Iodine was discovered in seaweed ash being used to treat goiter.
In 1811, Bernard Courtois discovered iodine while extracting sodium and potassium compounds from seaweed ash. This accidental discovery...
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Post-it Notes were created when an attempt to make super-strong adhesive failed.
In 1968, Spencer Silver at 3M accidentally created an adhesive that was pressure-sensitive and reusable instead of super-strong....