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9 Biggest Shrimp in the World (and1 Massive Imposter)
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Shrimp, in addition to being a tasty addition to many cuisines around the world, is sometimes used as an insult to call a person small or short. But did you know there are over 2,000 species of shrimp, and many shrimp actually grow to be quite large? The world's biggest shrimp is not what you'd typically call shrimpy in size.
4 Facts About Phosphate, the Chemical Compound That's Everywhere
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You might wonder what phosphates do, but they are so intrinsic to our daily lives that the question really is: What don't phosphates do?
12 Animals That Start With 'M': From Manatee to Muscovy Duck
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How many animal names start with an "M"? The animal kingdom has many incredible animals that start with "M," including mighty predators, gentle giants, the largest species of fish and common animals found in the northern hemisphere.
15 Types of Boats Making Wakes and Sailing the High Seas
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If you're daydreaming about open water, there's a good chance you've wondered about the types of boats you might see—or own.
10 Scariest Fish Lurking in Rivers, Deep Ocean Waters, and Shells
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You don’t have to swim in the Mariana Trench to meet some of the scariest fish on Earth. The ocean is home to creatures that look like they swam out of a nightmare.
How Aquaculture Works
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Aquaculture provides food and replenishes other scarce resources. Learn how aquaculture works and how aquaculture industry supplies the goods we use.
7 of the 10 Hottest Countries in the World Are on 1 Continent
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Did you know that some places on Earth can get so hot that local wildlife has evolved specifically to survive the extreme conditions? In these regions, the heat isn't just a summer wave; it's a constant presence.
How Porta-Potties Work
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Using a portable toilet at an outdoor concert or festival might be disgusting. But it sure beats going in a field! Now, imagine if your job were to clean out those suckers.
Canadian Food
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Although they're our neighbors to the north, you may have no clue what Canadians actually eat. Find out what Canadian food is in this article.
Are Frogs on the Brink of Extinction?
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Frogs are like the canary in the coal mine for the state of the environment. HowstuffWorks looks at their endangered status.