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Meet Archaeopteryx, a Feathered Dino With Wings and Teeth
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Archaepteryx was a very unique dinosaur in that it resembled a bird. Learn more about the Archaepteryx, Late Jurassic dinosaurs, and dinosaurs of all eras.
Is the Bondo Ape a Cryptid or a Specially Adapted Chimpanzee?
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Nestled deep within the wilderness of the Congo Basin, the Bondo ape stands at the crossroads of legend and scientific reality. Once seen only in fleeting glimpses, this creature has become the focal point of intense curiosity and rigorous investigation.
Venus de Milo: The Most Famous Armless Statue in the World
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The Venus de Milo is one of the most recognized statues in all the world, but why does she have no arms?
What If the Oceans Disappeared?
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People would look underground for water and maybe just stay there to escape the fiery hell on Earth's surface. But could humanity really last without the seas?
10 Factors That Affect Your Car's Resale Value
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Trying to sell or trade in your car? Lots of things you might not expect will influence how much you can get for it. HowStuffWorks talks 10 of them.
Basic Biology test!
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Metabolism? Catabolism? Mitochondria? Taxonomy? Biology isn't the easiest of subjects, but there are some basics everyone should remember from their school days. Test your knowledge now!
Do These Nightmare Parasites Hack Snail Brains to Survive?
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This parasitic worm invades a snail's eyestalks, where it pulsates to imitate a caterpillar, attracting the ultimate target, a bird.
How Ebola Works
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Ebola has killed thousands in Africa since it first broke in 1975. And it's back again. HowStuffWorks looks at the virus and the science to stop it.
How Nuclear Medicine Works
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Nuclear materials get used in many forms of nuclear medicine -- everything from PET scans to chemotherapy uses them. Learn how nuclear medicine works.
How AmeriCorps Works
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AmeriCorps is a national volunteer organization focused on year-long community service projects. Read about AmeriCorps in this article.