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5 Most Bizarre Year 2012 Predictions
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As the clock ticks closer to Dec. 21, 2012, discussion regarding what exactly will happen to the world and human civilization continues to heat up. What are some of the wackier conspiracy theories about the year 2012?
How Car Cooling Systems Work
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A car engine produces so much heat that there is an entire system in your car designed to cool the engine down to its ideal temperature and keep it there. Learn all about fluid-based cooling systems.
How Brazing Works
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Welding isn't the only way to make metals, like the ones on your aviator shades, meet up. Brazing can do the trick, too, with a little heat, some filler and some capillary action.
6 Types of Candy for Every Sweet Tooth
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Candy is science you can eat. It's the result of chemistry, physics and even a bit of engineering. Determining different types of candy depends on how sugar is heated and cooled, what it's mixed with and how it's shaped.
How to Repair Windows
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Windows are a major source of heat-loss in most homes. They also may stick shut when they're painted or swell shut from humidity. Learn tips on how to keep your windows working properly.
To Block... or Not to Block Crawlspace Vents during the Winter?
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During the winter months, your crawlspace can be a source of cold floors and lost heat, but blocking your vents may not always be the best way to compensate for this. Learn more about blocking crawlspace vents during the winter.
7 of the 10 Hottest Countries in the World Are on 1 Continent
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Did you know that some places on Earth can get so hot that local wildlife has evolved specifically to survive the extreme conditions? In these regions, the heat isn't just a summer wave; it's a constant presence.
How Stirling Engines Work
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The Stirling engine is a heat engine that is vastly different from the internal-combustion engine in your car. It has the potential to be more efficient than most types of engines, but it hasn't made it into mass production yet. Find out why.
How to Repair an Oven
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Gas and electric ovens operate fairly simply, and their components are designed for quick disassembly. Learn to service and repair them.
Tungsten's Boiling Point Is 10,030 F and Other Crazy Facts
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Tungsten's hardness and heat resistance make it a must for products like rocket engine nozzles, armor-piercing bullets and even the humble light bulb filament. In fact, pure tungsten boils at 10,030 F, the same as the photosphere of the sun.