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Is Quicksand Real? Learn How Quicksand Works

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Countless movies and television shows depict quicksand as some kind of living creature that sucks its victims down into a bottomless pit, never to be heard from again. Well, you can't believe everything Hollywood tells you.

What Is an Algorithm?

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When you use programming to tell a computer what to do, you also get to choose how it's going to do it. So, what is an algorithm? It's the basic technique used to get the job done.

How Doorbells Work

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You probably don't spend too much time pondering the inner workings of a doorbell, but it's actually a pretty cool device once you get inside. Find out exactly what happens when someone rings your bell.

Top 10 Most Valuable Records

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Some of the most valuable records are not what you would think they would be. Learn about some of the most valuable records in this article from HowStuffWorks.

What is electroreception and how do sharks use it?

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Sharks use electroreception to locate prey. Learn how the elasmobranch family uses electroreception and what ions have to do with electroreception.

The Reagan Administration

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The Reagan administration played a big role in modern American history. Learn more about the Reagan administration at HowStuffWorks.

How light will cars be in the future?

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Ultralight cars are built on the idea that a lighter car requires less fuel. Learn more about ultralight cars and their ultralight materials.

Does a deer have exactly enough brains to tan its own hide?

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Tanning with deer brain might seem odd, but some people prefer this leather-making tradition. Learn why tanning with deer brain can soften leather.

Why do tigers swim?

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Tigers swim in order to cool off, trap prey and relax. Learn where tigers swim, why other big cats don't join in the fun and who the heck Odin is.

Are orangutans introverts?

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The behavior of orangutan introverts stem from their need to find food. Learn why orangutan introverts are more solitary than their fellow apes.

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