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Why Ice Usually Freezes Cloudy, Not Clear
Ice cubes usually look cloudy and opaque in the middle, despite the fact that water is clear. What's the deal?
Is Earth the Only Planet With Tectonic Plates?
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Some scientists think plate tectonics could be a prerequisite for life. So do they exist on other planets outside of Earth? HowStuffWorks finds out.
How Do Animals Survive Major Storms?
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Miraculously many animals are able to ride out some of Mother Nature's most powerful storms. HowStuffWorks looks at just how they do it.
Sweden Is Great at Turning Trash to Energy
Sweden puts less than 1 percent of its household trash into landfills, in part because it burns nearly half to generate heat and electricity.
Communication Skills for Lifelong Relationships
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Communication skills help lead to a lifelong relationship. Learn about communication skills for a lifelong relationship at Discovery Health.
Why do civilizations collapse?
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The mighty Romans certainly never thought it would happen to them, but the sun eventually sets on even the most powerful empires. Is there more to the story than war?
Meet the Ocelot: The Cutest Little Big Cat
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Ocelots were once hunted for their beautiful fur, but are now protected. HowStuffWorks gets to know these beautiful cats.
Think a Drone Is Spying on You? Here's What to Do
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Many people worry that drones will invade their privacy, though experts say the fear is greater than the actual threat.
How the Ancient Land Blob Gondwana Became Today's Continents
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Gondwana was a humongous landmass that persisted for 300 million years before it began to break up, forming all the continents in the modern Southern Hemisphere.
The Bengal Cat Hybrid Has a Controversial Backstory
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A hybrid cross between a small Asian leopard cat and a domestic cat, the Bengal cat will keep you busy with its intelligence and active personality. It may even shower with you.