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Which clothing materials reduce sweating?

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Which clothing materials reduce sweating? Visit Discovery Health to learn which clothing materials reduce sweating.

Archangel Ariel: Protector of Nature in Christian Tradition

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Archangel Ariel, whose name means "Lion of God" or "Lioness of God," tends to the natural world and the physical universe. Sometimes depicted as a male and sometimes as female (we use she/her pronouns in this article), Ariel's role extends to overseeing the elements, wild animals and the environment.

Analogous Colors Are the Easiest Part of Color Theory

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On the color wheel, analogous colors are neighbors, sitting right next to each other. Think of red and orange, yellow and green, or blue and purple.

Meet '`Oumuamua,' the Strange Interstellar Asteroid That Sent Us a Message

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`Oumuamua is the first interstellar rock that astronomers have ever detected. Learn more about `Oumuamua at HowStuffWorks.

Neanderthals Had Bigger Brains Than Modern Humans — Why Are We Smarter?

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There are a lot of ways mental real estate can be allocated. Neanderthals evolved their big brains in a different way than we did - and you see where that got them.

How could a laser pointer take down a plane?

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Is it just a myth that beaming a laser pointer at an airplane could cause a crash? Find out the answer and the science behind it at HowStuffWorks.

Should you unplug your electronics during a thunderstorm?

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It would be nice if our electronic devices doubled as handy, lightning-proof talismans to ward off danger during a thunderstorm. Sadly, that sounds more like sorcery than science. In the meantime, maybe you should just leave them off and unplugged.

What If the Ozone Layer Disappeared?

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It's a strange thing to think about, but have you ever wondered what would happen if the ozone layer suddenly wasn't there? Here's a hint: Getting a bad sunburn would be the least of your problems.

Why is it good luck to shake a chimney sweep's hand?

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Hopefully, you're not a germaphobe, because things are about to get sooty. Learn why it's good luck to shake a chimney sweep's hand at HowStuffWorks.

Are you safe from lightning if the skies are clear?

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In the days of Ancient Greece, it was easy enough to chalk up a bolt from the blue to Zeus, the great curmudgeon of Mt. Olympus. But while Ancient Greeks probably never felt safe from their grumpy god, today we know a bit more about lightning safety.

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