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There is a lake in Australia, Lake Hillier, that is permanently bubblegum pink.

Why it is true

The vibrant pink color of this lake is due to the presence of microalgae and halophilic bacteria that produce carotenoid pigments, and the color remains even when the water is placed in a container.

Source: Hydrology

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