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How will landing on Mars work?
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Landing on Mars will be one of the most dangerous and rewarding space missions. Learn how landing on Mars will further our understanding of space.
Gravitational Waves! Or the Chirps That Prove Einstein Was Right
We've observed gravitational waves, thanks to two black holes colliding and two interferometers. Learn about gravitational waves at HowStuffWorks Now.
10 Things We Thought Were True Before the Scientific Method
Before the scientific method came along, science dabbled in some pretty far-out ideas in its youth. Remember miasmas? And spontaneous generation? And the four elements?
Ayurveda Overview
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Ayurveda is an ancient Indian system of medicine that is gaining popularity. Learn all about Ayurveda at HowStuffWorks.
Do You Know More About Physics Than a 5th Grader?
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Hey there smarty-pants! It's time to put your science skills to the test with the ultimate quiz, to find out if you're smarter than a fifth grader in physics!
What Kind of Number Am I?
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Everything in the universe comes down to numbers. There's a baffling mathematical symmetry to everything no matter how disorganized and chaotic it is. Numbers lie at the center of everything! But what numbers? Take the quiz and see what ones you know!
How Plasma Cutters Work
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The metal used to construct buildings resists all sorts of damage, making it a very reliable material -- and very difficult to manipulate into the appropriate form. Enter the plasma cutter. Learn all about the amazing device that cuts through metal like a knife through warm butter.
How Feng Shui Works
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What is feng shui? Is it science or superstition? Where did it come from? How do you use it? Get answers and learn about the art of feng shui.
In 'Star Wars' Entire Stars and Planets Get Destroyed — Is That Possible?
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Could a planet or star ever be destroyed through man-made means, like in the 'Star Wars' series? Learn more about Starkiller Base.
How Backscatter X-ray Systems Work
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Do you know how backscatter X-ray systems work? Find out how backscatter X-ray systems work in this article from HowStuffWorks.