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How Dyson Spheres Work
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Could the source of Earth's future energy come from an ambitious idea to encircle the sun with technology? Maybe, but it's a concept that's a long way from today's reality.
7 Facts About Arcturus, the Red Giant Star
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Arcturus is 113 times brighter than our sun, even though it's only a little bigger. What else should we know about this red giant?
That Faint Light in the Night Sky Could Be the Gegenschein
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The gegenschein, "faint light" in German, occurs under very specific astronomical conditions when the sun reaches the exact opposite of Earth from wherever you're stargazing.
10 Home Remedies for Sunburn
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If you overexposed your skin to the sun, these home remedies can make you a bit more comfortable. See 10 home remedies for sunburn at HowStuffWorks.
Rossby Waves Affect Our Weather and Tides, But What Are They?
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Rossby waves influence everything from high tides to extreme weather patterns, and not just on Earth. They also occur on the sun and on Venus and Jupiter as well. So, what are they exactly?
Do car interiors turn toxic in the summer?
Car interiors are actually toxic all year round, but the summer sun can make your car more dangerous. Learn more about toxic car interiors.
What If There Were No Stars?
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Assuming we got to keep the sun, how bad would be for travelers to not have these little guiding lights? And what else might have changed in history without stars?
Do pets suffer jet lag?
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Jet lag in humans occurs due to a change circadian rhythm caused by the disappearance of the sun. So do pets suffer jet lag, too? Let's find out.
Lamb's-Ears, Lamb's-Tongue
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Lamb's-ears have pink to purple flowers. They require full sun and well-drained soil and make good edging and borders. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
What Is Solar Wind?
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Solar wind is a continuous stream of mostly hydrogen and helium that flows outward from the sun in all directions. It does everything from disrupt GPS signals to create the aurora borealis.