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The Ultimate Clothing Quiz
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You love dressing in the latest fashions and have a flair for color, but do you know all about the fabric you wear? Do you take your carpet for granted or do you know all about how it was manufactured? Challenge your knowledge of the multitude of fabrics that surround us in every facet of life. Take this quiz and find out what you really know.
Why do we sleep?
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Why do we sleep? Researchers have had a hard time trying to answer this question, but have a few ideas. Take a look at theories and learn why we sleep.
Meet the Largest Living Organism, aka the Humongous Fungus
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Have you ever wondered what the largest living organism on Earth is? Well, you might be surprised to learn that it's not a giant blue whale or a sequoia tree; it's a fungus!
An Ocean Quahog Shows Its Age Like Rings on a Tree
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The ocean quahog (Arctica islandica) is a clam that redefines what it means to have a long lifespan. This species is famous for being one of the longest-lived animals on Earth, with individuals surviving up to 500 years! That's older than Shakespeare's first play.
Why Do We Love to Pop Zits?
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HowStuffWorks talks to experts to find out why some people love to pop zits - or even watch zit-popping videos on YouTube.
You Can Get Pregnant When You're Already Pregnant
Is it possible for a woman to get pregnant when she's already pregnant? HowStuffWorks looks at superfetation.
Mobile Device Distraction as Effective in Kids as Sedative
Can mobile devices work just as well as medication in certain hospital situations? Learn more about a new study in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Widely Hated Comic Sans Might Be Lifesaver for People With Dyslexia
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Are there fonts and typefaces that help people with dyslexia read? Learn more about dyslexia and Comic Sans in this HowStuffWorks article.
From Chess to Key Lime: The Pie Quiz
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Pie is the perfect finish to any meal, whether it's Sunday dinner or a holiday feast. Grab a slice and dig in to our quiz on all things pie!
7 Reasons a Cuttlefish May Be Smarter Than You
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A master of camouflage, the cuttlefish can count, gender-bend and use a hidden weapon to outsmart its enemies.