Facts from Fiction

Claim- This still image was created by Japanese neurology professor Yamamoto, and he told the
instructions below.
Bad grammar and all.

Claim- Washing your hands with hot water works better than cold water to clean yourself with.
Verdict- Misleading (sort of). It really depends on what you're washing off. Dirt and grease does tend to break down a little easier with warmer water than with cold, but it's not always a significant difference. If it's bacteria you're trying to remove...

Spotting Bad Science (Infographic)
Source: Compoundchem.com

Claim: This Bitis Viper has a ghost on its head. This isn't some earth shattering conspiracy or anything, but an interesting little detail I've come across on a picture being shared around.
Verdict: False. Although convincing at first glance, something's obviously up with the bright red face that doesn't match up with the other colors. A quick search shows someone added the little eyes and mouth to the first picture the second is the unaltered...