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Platinum: What's So Special About the Shiny Metal?

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This white-hot metal not only makes beautiful jewelry, it's coveted for industrial, medical and military purposes too.

How Watersheds Work

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You're probably standing in one right now, but do you know what a watershed is and how watersheds work? Learn how watersheds work here.

The Engine Quiz for Auto Experts

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When you lift the hood of your car, do you see a finely tuned piece of machinery made up of pistons and cylinders, or just a jumble of metal and wires? If you know an engine like the back of your own hand, take the quiz and prove it!

How Earthquakes Work

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An earthquake is one of the most terrifying phenomena that nature can dish up. We generally think of the ground we stand on as "rock-solid" and completely stable. An earthquake can shatter that perception instantly, and often with extreme violence.

How Gold Works

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We love it. We wear it glittering around our necks and sparkling at our ears, wrists and feet. We pass it down to our children and hoard it in secret stashes. Why is this precious metal so prized?

How Do Bacteria Reproduce?

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Bacteria are both friend and foe to humanity. They cause and cure health problems, make rotting food stink and give sourdough its delicious taste. Find out how these countless tiny microbes accomplish all of this and more.

How to Tap a Keg

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It's the centerpiece of many festive occasions. It keeps beer fresh and makes it portable. So how is it designed and manufactured? And where does it go when its party days are over?

Were the Clovis the first Americans?

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The Clovis, ancient people who made the sophisticated Clovis projectile discovered at Clovis Indian sites, are a mystery. Read about the mysterious Clovis.

How Rammed Earth Homes Work

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Rammed earth homes and buildings have been around as long as people could pack dirt into a sturdy form. Learn how these rammed earth homes are built.

Ultimate Guide to Wine Cellars

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Wine cellars are a great addition to any wine lovers home. Learn all about wine cellars at HowStuffWorks.

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