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Curiosity is a powerful force that drives humans to explore the world around us. It's the reason why we ask questions and venture into the unknown. And sometimes, it leads us to break or open things just to see what's inside, too.

In this list, Bored Panda gathered some of the most surprising and intriguing cross-sections that we could find. From the inside of a bowling ball to the inner workings of a cactus, these pictures are sure to stir up your interest. We've even "cut up" a mechanical calculator to show its complex mechanisms!

So sit back, relax, and continue scrolling to enjoy this fascinating journey through the unexpected contents of everyday objects.

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#1

Picked Up An Old Clam Beside A Lake In South Australia And Found A Small Colony Of Plants Inside, Living Off Of The Nutrients

A hand holding an opened clam shell revealing tiny plants growing inside, showing interesting things inside nature.

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    My Dog Finally Finished Her Favorite Toy Tonight, Only To Find There Was A Smaller, Even More Squeaky Toy Inside

    Torn green plush toy opened to reveal its stuffing and a small blue purple character inside on wooden surface.

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    #3

    Cross-Section Of Several Different Cables

    Cross-section of various opened cables revealing interesting intricate wires inside on a wooden surface.

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    #4

    My Firewood Had A Pine Cone Inside The Tree

    A piece of wood opened to reveal an embedded pine cone inside, showing an interesting natural formation.

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    #5

    The Squeaker From Inside Her Dog Toy Has Declared Her The Winner

    A dog sitting on grass holding a blue toy with interesting things inside seen after being opened.

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    #6

    The Wine I Ordered Online Came With A Tiny Set Of Dice Packaged Inside A Hollow Cork

    Small dice revealed inside a cork container held in a hand, showing interesting things opened and discovered.

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    #7

    Had To Cut A Sunflower In Half Today At Work, Thought It Might Be Appreciated Here

    Close-up of a sunflower cross-section showing detailed interior patterns and textures revealed when opened.

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    #8

    The Inside Of A Cactus

    A cactus opened to reveal its hollow inside, showing the woody structure within in a desert landscape.

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    #9

    A Cross-Section Of A Professional Painter's Palette (6 Months Deep)

    Paint can opened to reveal thick layers of colorful dried paint inside, showing interesting patterns and textures.

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    #10

    Inside Of A Mechanical Calculator

    Mechanical parts inside an opened vintage typewriter showing intricate gears and levers in detail

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    #11

    The Tigers On These Socks Look Like House Cats When Turned Inside Out

    Close-up of torn sweater fabric showing interesting things inside after being opened and damaged.

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    #12

    The Inside Of A Pine Cone

    Hand holding a pine cone opened to reveal the interesting natural patterns inside in new pics of things opened.

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    #13

    Cross-Section Of Our Painter’s 1-Year-Old Stir Stick

    Close-up of an opened layered wooden object showing intricate patterns inside, revealing interesting things inside.

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    #14

    The Inside Of An HDMI Cable

    Close-up of a cross-section of an opened electrical cable showing colorful wires and copper strands inside.

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    #15

    My Sister Found This Tiny Egg Inside Her Hard-Boiled Egg

    Hard-boiled eggs cut open revealing unusual smaller eggs inside, showcasing interesting things seen inside food items.

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    #16

    Bit Into A Wonderful Surprise Today And Learned About The Delicious Lucy Glo Apple. The Best Apple I Have Ever Had

    Hand holding an apple opened to reveal an unusual bright red interior, showing interesting things inside.

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    #17

    The Inside Of My Red Onion Looks Like A Lotus Flower

    Two halves of a red onion opened to reveal intricate layers inside on a wooden cutting board next to a metal grater.

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    #18

    This Is A Tree Burning From The Inside In Oregon, USA. Don’t Let The Rain Fool You

    A tree trunk opened to reveal glowing embers inside, showing an interesting scene within the wood.

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    #19

    Elephant's Foot

    Cross section of a fossilized foot inside a clear resin block showing details of bones and structure opened for display.

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    #20

    I Cut Into A Cantaloupe And The Inside Was Square

    Cantaloupe opened to reveal an unusual square pattern of seeds inside, showing interesting things inside the fruit.

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    #21

    This Cedar Wood That I Was Cutting Had Purple Inside

    Split firewood showing interesting colorful purple and white patterns inside, outdoors near a lake with trees and woodpile.

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    #22

    Cross-Section Of A Banana Tree Trunk

    Cross-section of a tree trunk showing intricate natural patterns inside, revealing interesting things inside nature.

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    #23

    Cut In Half Cables Used In The Golden Gate Bridge

    Cross-section of Golden Gate Bridge cable showing inside structure and length details, attracting public interest at the site.

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    #24

    There Was A Billiard Ball Inside Of My Bocce Ball

    Hand holding a c*****d blue billiard ball opened to reveal an intact purple number 4 ball inside in interesting opened things.

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    #25

    Inside Of A CT Scanner Undergoing Maintenance

    Opened CT scanner machine revealing intricate internal components and wiring inside a medical imaging device.

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    #26

    Inside Of This Tomato Looks Like A Perfect Strawberry

    Hand holding a freshly opened tomato revealing its unusual gel-like interior with interesting seeds inside.

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    #27

    Opened Up A Lighter And There Was Just Another Lighter Inside

    Blue BIC multipurpose lighter opened to reveal the internal mechanism and battery on a wooden surface.

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    #28

    Steel Core Inside A "Rubber" Bullet

    A c*****d black olive reveals a small snail inside on a wooden surface next to a knife handle in interesting opened things.

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    #29

    Cross-Section Of A Poppy Flower Before Blooming

    Close-up of a dried flower opened to reveal seeds inside, showing detailed interesting things inside nature.

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    #30

    There Was A Bag Of Tiny Dice Inside My Bar Of Soap

    Hand holding a chocolate bar opened to reveal dice inside, showing interesting things inside discovered upon opening.

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    #31

    One Of Our Chickens Just Laid A Jumbo Egg With Another Egg Inside

    Unusually opened egg revealing two yolks inside, showing an interesting surprise from inside the shell.

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    #32

    Manual Focus Camera Lens

    Cross-section of a camera lens opened to reveal the intricate internal components and optical elements inside.

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    #33

    A Bowling Ball With Its Inside Exposed. I Found In The Woods

    A c*****d black medicine ball opened to reveal a pink, brain-like material inside among dry grass and plants.

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    #34

    Repurposed. Kid's Halloween Snap-On Bracelet Cut Opened, Is Actually A Tape Measure

    Measuring tape fully opened next to its Halloween-themed green plastic case with bats and a haunted house design.

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    #35

    The Insides Of A Movie Theater Screen

    View of a dimly lit room with rows of red chairs seen through a perforated screen, showing interesting things inside.

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    #36

    The Inside Of A Fire Alarm Is Just A Simple Switch

    Opened fire alarm revealing interesting internal components and mechanisms inside the red emergency device mounted on wall.

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    #37

    Pulled A Paper Wasp Nest From The Corner Of My Shed And It Left A Perfect Cross-Section

    A person holding an opened wasp nest showing interesting layers and honeycomb structure inside outdoors on wooden planks.

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    #38

    Inside Of A Hose Looks Like A Water Balloon

    Close-up of an opened hose showing clear water and bubbles inside against a brick wall and pipes.

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    #39

    The Die From The Inside Of A Magic 8-Ball

    Hand holding a unique 3D-printed die showing interesting things inside and different answer options visible.

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    #40

    The Inside Of A Bomb

    Old torpedo shell opened to reveal interesting blue spherical balls stacked inside, showcasing a unique view of hidden contents.

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    #41

    The Other Side Of A Fast Food Soda Fountain

    Cardboard boxes opened and connected with tubes revealing interesting beverage supply inside a storage rack.

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    #42

    The Inside Of This Golf Ball Looks Like A Boiled Egg

    Close-up of a golf ball opened to reveal its interesting layered interior, showing unique textures inside the ball.

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    #43

    Accidentally Cut Open A Cheap Kid's Baseball With My Lawn Mower

    Baseball opened to reveal compressed dirt, wood pieces, and colorful fragments inside, showing an interesting hidden interior.

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    #44

    The Inside Of An IKEA Desk Top

    Close-up of opened cardboard showing honeycomb pattern inside, revealing interesting structure and texture.

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    #45

    Inside Of The Dinosaur's Bone

    Two images showing interesting things inside after being opened: a dog toy with a hidden message and a cactus revealing wooden ribs inside.

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    #46

    The Inside Of This Guitar Looks Like A Really Fancy Apartment

    View inside a wooden object showing intricate craftsmanship and interesting things inside after being opened.

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