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How Amplifiers Work
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It may seem like an audio add-on, but without an amplifier, you'd never be able to hear the music on your CDs (your neighbors might be happier, but would you?). Find out how amps pump it up to 11.
Build Your Dream NBA Team, And We'll Guess How Much of a Risk Taker You Really Are
Are you crunching the numbers and comparing the statistics to come up with the best team, or are you more likely to trust your gut and focus on the chemistry of your squad? Take this quiz to see how much of a risk taker you are when building your dream NBA team.
15 Longest-running Anime Series With 1,000 Episodes Each
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Long-running shows are something of a mixed proposition, and anime is no exception. It can be intimidating to try and catch up with a show that's several decades into its run, with hundreds — or even thousands! — of episodes already released.
How does a fluorescent starter work?
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Fluorescent starters are used in several types of fluorescent lights. The starter is there to help the lamp light. Learn about fluorescent starters.
Voltage Tester
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A voltage tester is an essential tool to have when handling electrical wires. Learn about this simple tool and how it can help you with your next electrical project.
How did Nikola Tesla change the way we use energy?
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Who made it possible to light up your home at night? Thomas Edison, right? Yes, but without the work of Nikola Tesla, we would be living in a different world.
Biting on aluminum foil can be painful. Why?
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Biting on aluminum foil can be painful -- basically, when you bite on foil, you build a battery in your mouth. Ouch!
How Electromagnets Work
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Whether they're sorting out scrap metal or helping us unlock the secrets of the universe, electromagnets are pretty nifty devices. What's so great about magnetism on demand? We'll electrify you with the details.
How Wires, Fuses, and Connectors Work
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Wires, fuses and connectors are the kind of thing in your car that you never think about, but they are essential. They're not just there to keep your radio and lights working! Learn why they are so important.
What Was Your Name in a Past Life?
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Whether you were an animal, a plant, an object or a person in your past life, you had to be called something, right? We're about to ask you 30 abstract questions to determine what kind of name you had in your past life!