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The Most Dangerous Airport in the World, Plus 12 Nail-biters

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Fear of flying? Here are 13 airports where location, terrain, weather and design limitations make takeoff and landing a challenge for pilots and a nail-biter for passengers.

How Deep Is the Ocean?

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The ocean is so deep, it puts the height of Mount Everest to shame.

Are Polar Bears Endangered?

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Polar bears and global warming are getting attention from conservationists and the general public. See why polar bears are threatened by global warming.

What Is a Flood and Why Is the Surge of Water So Dangerous?

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Flooding has claimed more lives than any other natural disaster. Find out how a gentle stream becomes a raging torrent.

The Cooking Techniques Quiz

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Are you destined for "Top Chef" or more suited for "Worst Cooks in America?" Take this quiz to find out your culinary IQ when it comes to cooking techniques!

6 Charts to Help Explain Climate Change

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The science is off the charts. Climate change is here and it's affecting the planet. We'll tell you how and where.

What Causes an Iceberg to Flip?

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Around 90 percent of an iceberg is under the water, but changing weight distribution caused by melting can make it flip.

NOAA's Argo Program Has Been Observing the Oceans for Two Decades

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NOAA's Argo program distributes floating observatories across the globe. Why? They collect data about the world's oceans that is critical to understanding the planet.

Dry Ice Burn: What Happens When You Touch Dry Ice?

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If you were to touch dry ice, it wouldn't be anything like touching water ice. So what's it like? Is it hot or cold? And would it leave a mark?

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