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Why are demons blamed for sleep paralysis?
Why does the experience of sleep paralysis often summon explanations of demonic visitations? Visit the place where dreams and reality overlap, and where science and myth attempt to interpret our hallucinations.
How Impressive Is Your Venomous Snakes Knowledge?
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Danger, danger! Venomous snakes are dangerous if you don't know how to handle them, much more if you can't even identify them. Think you could spot one in the wild? Find out by taking this quiz!
What causes rigor mortis?
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The causes of rigor mortis stem from the way muscles move. Learn about the causes of rigor mortis and see how chemistry affects postmortem stiffness.
How Can Light Kill Viruses?
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Hand sanitizers can only get you so far in preventing a viral infection. Scientists are discovering how visible light can be used to destroy viruses. Learn about the laser technique and what it means for the future.
Nikola Tesla's Cat and Other Feline Fascinations
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If it wasn't for Nikola Tesla's cat, we might not have electricity. Part-Time Genius cohosts discuss this and other little-known cats in history.
How Whales Work
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Whales are some of the largest living things on the planet. Learn about whales and find out how whales are able to sleep and withstand the pressures of the ocean.
Axolotl Life Expectancy Is Roughly Halved in the Wild
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Axolotl life expectancy might not sound like a burning topic, but once you learn what these amphibians can do, you’ll be hooked.
Bikini Wax: What You Need to Know
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A bikini wax is a popular hair removal method. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn everything there is to know about a bikini wax.
White Dwarfs Can Shred Planets to Pieces
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So what does that mean for good ol' Earth someday?
How does stealth technology work?
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When an airplane is described as a "stealth" aircraft, what does that mean? What is "stealth technology" and how does it work?