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How Mass Spectrometry Works
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Mass spectrometry is an aspect of science that could finally put the steroid era of baseball to an end. Learn about mass spectrometry.
How Crossbows Work
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The crossbow, a weapon popular with Wookiees, vampire slayers and some modern hunters, looks like a cross between a bow and a rifle. Learn how it was invented.
How a Pneumatic Tube Works
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That tube you put your check or deposit slip in at the bank drive-up window is called a pneumatic tube. This was cutting edge 19th-century technology and is still in use today.
How a Weather Balloon Works?
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Have you ever wondered how weather stations gather all of their data? Even though technology for predicting the weather has improved, simple weather balloons do a lot of the hard work every day.
How Dive Watches Work
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Dive watches don't just tell time; they can save your life. Find out how dive watches work and the benefits to divers.
Can You Name the Kitchen Gadget?
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To feel comfortable in the kitchen, it's good to familiarize yourself with the tools you'll be using! How many can you name? Take this quiz to find out!
How Bowling Pinsetters Work
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If you've ever been to a bowling alley, you know that one of the coolest things is how the pins get reset. How does it work? Take a peek at the machinery behind the scenes!
How Amplifiers Work
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It may seem like an audio add-on, but without an amplifier, you'd never be able to hear the music on your CDs (your neighbors might be happier, but would you?). Find out how amps pump it up to 11.
How Cable Modems Work
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Learn about cable modem technology, read cable modem reviews and compare prices and features on popular modem models.
What's the difference between high fidelity and high definition?
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What's the difference between high fidelity and high definition? Can you tell? Learn what high fidelity and high definition audio are all about.