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15 Worst Hurricanes of All Time

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The Americas have been hit with some major hurricanes throughout the decades. But which were the worst ones in history?

10 Inventions by Thomas Edison (That You've Never Heard Of)

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It's common knowledge that Thomas Edison invented the incandescent light bulb and the phonograph, but did you know he also developed concrete furniture and a phone to communicate with the dead?

How Bioarchaeology Works

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Archaeologists dig up and study the material remains of human civilizations. Bioarchaeologists do the same thing, except they focus on the remains of, well, us. What's the big deal about old bones and teeth?

Can You Guess the Pop Star From the Lyric?

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A catchy pop song lyric can stick in your head for days whether you like it or not. Crank up the tunes for this quiz and see if you can guess the star from the lyric!

How the Doppler Effect Works

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The Doppler effect is why you hear the sound from a moving object change as it nears and passes you. Find out how the Doppler effect works.

Can You Name the Disaster Movie From Just One Image?

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No matter how big or strong the disaster, there's always one movie character who can survive it, and that's why we love disaster films. They give us hope. Can you name all these disaster films from just one image?

Can You Tell What Countries These International Border Crossings Are In?

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Borders delineate the shapes of nations and the limits of their reach, culturally, militarily and in terms of natural resources. Border crossings have been flashpoints throughout history. Could you recognize them if you saw them?

Can You Name All of These World Heritage Sites?

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We only have one Earth, and the easiest way you can show your appreciation for it is by recognizing its brilliance. Some of the world's most endangered animals, oldest cities and rarest land formations are protected in World Heritage Sites around the globe. Put your skills to the test and see if you can recognize them all.

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.

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