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Top 10 Ancient Chinese Inventions

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The ancient Chinese brought us many great innovations, including some that we take for granted in the modern world. Let's examine 10 of ancient China's greatest inventions.

How incomplete is the fossil record?

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The fossil record is far from being complete. Just how incomplete is the fossil record? Learn about the fossil record in this article.

How Pasteurization Works

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Pasteurization is the process of removing harmful pathogens from various types of food. Learn about the process of pasteurization.

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 to Use DNA Testing for Genealogy Research

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Using DNA for genealogy research is becoming more commonplace. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn about using DNA for genealogy research.

How Radiation Works

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Radiation is a loaded word. Believe it or not, not all radiation is bad for your health. Learn which radiation is deadly and which isn't deadly.

How Maps Work

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A map is a type of language, a graphic way of representing information, whether it's to show population density or tell you how to get from Point A to Point B. Here's how they're made.

Can you catch a sneeze like you can a yawn?

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When you see someone yawning, even in a picture, chances are a yawning urge will come over you, too. But is this also true of sneezing, and if so, why?

How Stethoscopes Work

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Stethoscopes started as a way for 19th-century doctors to put some distance between themselves and grubby patients. Today though, this simple listening tool is one of the best ways to diagnose a range of problems.

10 Amazing Things Dogs Can Sense

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Dogs have great senses and are insightful, intuitive creatures. See 10 amazing things dogs can sense to learn more.

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