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How Grenades Work
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Grenades are a devastatingly effective weapon on the battlefield. Find out what happens when a soldier pulls the pin and tosses one of these miniature bombs at the enemy.
How Ultrasound Works
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Ultrasound lets us peek into the human body to see everything from heart valves to a moving baby. But how do sound waves give us a picture?
How Auroras Work
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An aurora is a light phenomenon caused by solar winds interacting with the Earth's magnetic field. Learn more about auroras.
Did the Great Chicago Fire really start with Mrs. O'Leary's cow?
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Legend has it that the Great Chicago Fire started with Mrs. O'Leary's cow and a lantern in the shed. Did a cow really start the Great Chicago Fire?
Are Polar Bears Endangered?
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Polar bears and global warming are getting attention from conservationists and the general public. See why polar bears are threatened by global warming.
The Best and Worst Paying Jobs
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Some of the best and worst paying jobs aren't what you would expect. Learn more about the best and worst paying jobs at HowStuffWorks.
Ultimate Guide to the Liguria Wine Region
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The Liguria wine region is among Italy's best. Learn all about the Liguria wine region at HowStuffWorks.
Ultimate Guide to the Ribera del Duero Wine Region
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The Ribera del Duero wine region is among Spain's best. Learn all about the Ribera del Duero wine region at HowStuffWorks.
Why did it take more than 20 years to bury Eva Peron?
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Eva Peron's body wasn't buried for more than 20 years after her death; opposition parties used her body as a token in politics. Learn about Eva Peron's body.
How Solar Cooking Works
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If you've ever seen a kid frying ants with a magnifying glass, you know that the concentrated power of the sun can create great heat. But what if that heat were applied to something a bit more productive -- something like cooking food?