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A small magnet attached to a labelled ferritic stainless steel sample.
Technology

Is all stainless steel non-magnetic?

No. Several stainless steel families are strongly attracted to magnets. Other grades respond weakly, and manufacturing can change their magnetic behaviour.

Verdict
False
Verification confidenceHigh
A bat resting in a natural roost with its eyes visible.
Science & Space

Are bats blind?

No. Bats have functional eyes and can see. Their visual abilities vary between species, so limited detail vision should not be confused with blindness.

Verdict
False
Verification confidenceHigh
Close-up of a faceted diamond with a small chip along its edge.
Science & Space

Are diamonds unbreakable?

No. Diamonds resist scratching extremely well, but a hard impact can chip or fracture them. Hardness and resistance to breaking are different properties.

Verdict
False
Verification confidenceHigh