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Earthquakes on the Mississippi: The New Madrid Seismic Zone
Will a town in southern Missouri be the epicenter of the next 'big one'?
Will the Real Brachiosaurus Please Stand Up?
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Brachiosaurus has been portrayed in popular culture many times, but the representations of this mysterious dinosaur are largely based on another massive dino called Giraffatitan brancai.
What Would a Yellowstone Eruption Mean for North America?
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Welcome to Yellowstone, a natural wonderland that's home to stunning vistas, vibrant plant and animal life ... and a massive and potentially devastating supervolcano.
Roman Ruins Discovered Underwater in Tunisia
Archaeologists discovered what they believe to be ruins of the Roman city of Neapolis - underwater near Tunisia.
Science vs. '90s Disaster Movies, a Deeply Geeky Pop Culture Quiz
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We're still watching '90s campy disaster flicks for the action scenes and nostalgia value. But accuracy was never their forte. This quiz explains why.
How did Lake Nyos suddenly kill 1,700 people?
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One evening, people heard their local lake rumbling. A day and a half later, 1,700 people were dead. What happened on that fateful night?
Top 5 Alternative Power Systems
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Alternative energy isn't so "alternative" anymore. It's in the news, on political platforms, atop roofs and filling gas tanks, and the options have grown enough to change the conversation: It's not whether we want it, but which kind we want.
How Diamonds Work
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Diamond engagement rings. Diamond anniversary bands. Diamond earrings and necklaces. And now, the right-hand diamond ring! The four Cs -- cut, clarity, carat and color. Find out what the fuss is all about.
Lepidolite: Exploring the Geological Origins and Metaphysical Properties
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Is it just a pretty crystal or a POWERFUL source of calm? Discover the SHOCKING truth about its lithium content and healing abilities!
Exploring Mars: Insights Into the Red Planet
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Since the 1960s, we've been captivated by the planet Mars. How different is our neighbor, and what have we learned about the most explored planet?