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What Is the Butterfly Effect and How Do We Misunderstand It?

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We may think the butterfly effect means that a small change (like the flap of a butterfly's wings) can have huge consequences (a tornado in China). But what if it means the opposite?

What would nuclear winter be like?

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If the sight of a mushroom cloud burning above the horizon suggests that the nuclear weapon-equipped world might end with a bang, then nuclear winter presents the notion that post-World War III humanity might very well die with a whimper.

Is ethanol really more eco-friendly than gas?

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Ethanol facts help sort out which is better, ethanol or gas? Learn about ethanol facts, and find out if ethanol is more eco-friendly than gas.

Did the Mayan civilization end because of climate change?

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Over the years, many theories have been advanced about why the once-mighty Mayan civilization fell. But a newer one is getting attention: Was it because of climate change?

How to Harness Biofuels

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How much do you know about biofuels? Keep reading to learn How to Harness Biofuels.

How Air-Conditioned Seats Work

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Have you ever been in a car with air-conditioned seats? Read about air-conditioned seats at HowStuffWorks.

Are hybrid cars slower than regular cars?

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Are hybrid cars slower than regular cars? Find out if hybrid cars are slower than regular cars at HowStuffWorks.

Why Do People Find Leaf Blowers So Irritating?

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Sure, leaf blowers are noisy, but do they cause other health effects? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.

What is the world's fastest supercomputer used for?

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Do you know what the world's fastest supercomputer is used for? Read on and learn about Sequoia, the world's fastest supercomputer.

5 Tips for Teaching Kids About Sustainable Living

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As with most lessons, children learn by watching their parents, so it's up to you to teach them how to live a sustainable life.

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