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If you stop yourself from breathing whilst whistling, then yes it can kill you.

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What makes the whistling flower whistle?

The whistling flower, scientifically known as Corymbia ficifolia, produces a whistling sound due to the movement of air through its hollow stems and leaves. As wind passes through these structures, it creates vibrations that result in the characteristic whistling sound. The flower's unique morphology and the arrangement of its parts play a crucial role in amplifying this sound, making it a fascinating example of how plants can interact with their environment.


What is the botanical name of whistling pine?

The botanical name of whistling pine is Pinus strobus. It is commonly known as the Eastern white pine and is native to eastern North America. This tree is notable for its tall stature, soft needles, and distinctive whistling sound produced by wind passing through its branches.


What is responsible for the whistling sound that often accompanied fireworks?

Burning fuel in the cardboard tube, open on one end, rushes out an open end, like whistling through pursed lips.


What is resporisible for the whistling sound that often accompanies fireworks?

Burning fuel in the cardboard tube, open on one end, rushes out an open end, like whistling through pursed lips.


Who discovered whistling?

I'd recommend the inquirer read a paper entitled "Whistling in Antiquity" written in 2000 by Professor A. V. van Stekelenburg of the Department of Ancient Studies at the University of Stellenbosch.Another excellent resource is the work of Dr. Ziye Fan, Professor of Chinese at Heilongjiang University. His in-depth research focuses specifically on Ancient Chinese whistling.In addition to Professor van Stekelenburg and Professor Fan's writings you will find references to whistling in the Old Testament (in the writings of Isaiah and Zechariah), as well as in Chaucer's Canterbury Tales.Some historians theorize that whistling preceded speech in early humans. In fact, whistling has, for centuries, been used as a language in the Canary Archipelago, in France, Mexico and in Turkey among other places. El Silbo, the whistled language of the Canary Islands can still be heard today on the island of Gomera.For more information about the history of whistling, one may contact Jim Voltz, a whistling historian, based in Washington DC.