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How the Student Conservation Association Works
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The Student Conservation Association partners high school students with environmental organizations. Read about the Student Conservation Association.
How Car Crushers Work
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Car crushers compress the remains of a junked car after the useful parts are stripped. Find out how car crushers work and learn why car crushing is necessary.
What Is Mesh Wifi, and How Does It Work?
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Wireless mesh networks can seamlessly connect entire cities. Learn how this new technology works.
How did ancient civilizations use sundials to tell time?
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Ancient sundials first popped up in Egypt around 1500 B.C. Learn how these sundials came about and what they were used for all those centuries ago.
Can we treat mental illness with hallucinogens?
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Hallucinogens have a reputation for expanding the mind. Is it deserved? Learn why hallucinogens like LSD may be the key to treating mental illness.
Can depression cause heart attacks?
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Depression cause heart attacks? Yes, it's possible. Learn why depression may cause heart attacks and how your emotional state alters your heart's state.
Can an MRI machine also act as a lie detector?
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A MRI lie detector could detect truthfullness more accurately than a polygraph machine. Learn about MRI lie detectors and and MRI lie detection.
How the Future Force Warrior Will Work
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For the battlefield of the future, the U.S. Army is developing an infantry uniform that will provide superhuman strength and much more. Learn how the Future Force Warrior will turn a soldier into an "F-16 on legs."
How Foster Care Works
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For any number of reasons, parents sometimes can't take care of their children, either temporarily or permanently. What happens then? Learn all about foster care.
Top 5 Green Insulation Options
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Homeowners are now beginning to discover the color of home insulation isn't just pink. It can also be green -- as in eco-friendly. But does it cost an arm and a leg?