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Why Does Earth Spin?
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Every 24 hours, Earth makes a full rotation on its axis. But why does Earth spin in the first place?
How Nuclear Submarines Work
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Nuclear submarines are powered by nuclear reactors and may carry nuclear weapons. Read about nuclear submarines and how they changed the world's oceans forever.
10 Emergency Medical Procedures That Can Be Done on the Fly
You won't believe the emergency medical procedures people perform on the spot. Check out some you could do on the fly at HowStuffWorks.
Are the Polar Ice Caps Melting Faster Than We Thought?
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The polar ice caps have been in the news recently because of their alleged shrinking due to global warming. How much would the oceans rise if the ice caps melted completely?
What Is Solar Wind?
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Solar wind is a continuous stream of mostly hydrogen and helium that flows outward from the sun in all directions. It does everything from disrupt GPS signals to create the aurora borealis.
How a Frisky Feline Made Aviation History
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Kiddo was his name and not only was he the first cat to attempt to cross the Atlantic in an airship, but he also did it as a stowaway.
How Ocean Currents Work
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Ocean currents may be driven by tides, winds or differences in density. Learn how ocean currents affect marine transportation and nutrient cycling.
How Tether Car Racing Works
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Tether car racing is a high-speed hobby sport that began in the 1930s. Read more about tether cars at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Answer All of These Questions a Firefighter Should Know?
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Fighting fires has been a priority since Roman times and likely even before, as skilled crews banded together to take on nature's most unpredictable element. Do you think you know everything a firefighter should know? Take the quiz and see!
The Largest Desert in the World Isn't the Sahara
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If you think the largest desert in the world is hot and sandy, think again. These 10 deserts spanning the globe are massive, but they're not all sunbaked.