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How Do Boats Float? A Look at How Boats Made of Steel Float
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Displacement of water is what allows a boat to float on the water, but how does it work? Find out how displacement allows a steel boat to float in water.
The Ultimate Cruise Ship Quiz
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How do mammoth cruise ships stay afloat? The principles of density and buoyancy plus lots of modern technology keep today's cruise ships sailing. Take this quiz to learn more about how cruise ships work.
10 Surprising Facts About Astronaut Training
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NASA astronauts have to undergo serious training before becoming approved for a trip to space. But some of that training is certainly not what you'd expect.
How can you make water invisible?
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Magicians say invisible water exists, and they often prove it by floating a small boat on thin air. Learn the magic behind the invisible water trick.
How Helium Balloons Work
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Helium balloons tend to fascinate adults and children alike (and it's not just the Donald Duck voice thing, though that is a big draw). Learn all about helium and why it floats!
How Launching a Boat Works
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Launching a boat can be more challenging than you think. Check out HowStuffWorks to learn more about launching a boat.
How does a Galileo thermometer work?
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One of my co-workers has an interesting thermometer on his desk. It is a glass tube with different-colored floating things in it. What kind of thermometer is this, and how does it work?
Floating Fire Ant Rafts Are Horrifying, Dangerous, Really Cool
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What's the danger of floating fire ant colony rafts? Learn more about the insect survival strategy in this HowStuffWorks article.
Swordfish vs. Marlin (Yes, They're Different Fish)
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They’re both long, sleek, and carry a sword-like bill, but when it comes to swordfish vs. marlin, these titans of the sea are anything but interchangeable. Whether you're into deep sea fishing or browsing seafood menus, knowing the difference between a swordfish and a marlin can make all the difference.
10 Scientific Laws and Theories You Really Should Know
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Even if you don't operate a scanning electron microscope all that frequently, you might want to brush up on these 10 scientific laws and theories. After all, they're some of our best tools for describing how the universe works.