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How Do Birds Know When to Fly South and Where to Go?

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During the fall months, you may see unfamiliar birds in your area as those from the north begin to fly south. But how do they know when it's time to migrate and where to go?

How to Know When It's Time to Say Goodbye to a Pet

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It's never easy to lose a pet. But it's even harder when you have to make the decision when that time comes. Is there any way to make it easier?

Piranha: Fish With a Vicious Reputation and Mixed Diet

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Piranhas are some of the most feared fish in the world, but is their reputation for ferocity a bit overblown?

20 Animals That Start With 'I': From Irish Setters to Ivory Gulls

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There is a fascinating world of animals that start with "I." Some animal names are likely more familiar, like the mighty Indian elephant, while others are a little more obscure — looking at you, Iriomote cat.

How GMs Hy-wire Works

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What's a car without an engine? A GM Hy-wire. There's no combustion, no linkages, and it has driver controls that work like a video-game joystick. See what you could be driving in the future.

Where Is the Hubble Telescope and How Does It Work?

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The Hubble Space Telescope is one of the most amazing machines in orbit right now. Learn more about the Hubble Space Telescope and how it works.

How Removable Storage Works

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Removable memory has unchained us from our PCs -- we can now carry gigabytes of data wherever we go, in a device the size of a matchbox. Learn about the three major digital storage technologies.

How the Sun Works

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The sun warms our planet every day, provides the light by which we see and is necessary for life on Earth. Learn about the sun.

How Mustard Gas Works

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Mustard gas is a chemical warfare agent developed during World War I. Learn how mustard gas affected soldiers and armies used mustard gas.

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