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Elk Are Huge, Aggressive and Unpredictable

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Elk are some of the most majestic animals in the world, but also some of the most aggressive. HowStuffWorks looks at the territorial elk.

Wildfires Can Form Monstrous Pyrocumulonimbus Clouds

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These massive clouds form when wildfires give off heat. HowStuffWorks looks at how climate change is making conditions favorable for more to form.

The Slithering Serpent and 6 Other Secrets of Chichén Itzá

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The archeological site Chichén Itzá is one of Mexico's most popular tourist draws. Here are some things you may not know about this wonder.

What If the Amazon Rainforest Is Completely Destroyed?

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Climate change and industrial activity are wiping out large sections of the world's largest rainforest.

4 Unexpected Places Where Adults Can Learn Science

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Here are four alternative venues where the general public can enjoy nature, engage in hands-on science learning and get a behind-the-scenes look at scientific research in action.

The Pallas's Cat Is the Original Grumpy Wildcat

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Pallas's cats appear cantankerous, in part due to their flat faces and large, owl-like eyes with round pupils.

Alaska's Kodiak Bear Is One of the Planet's Biggest

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Kodiak bears are some of the largest bears in the world and live only in the islands of the Kodiak Archipelago in Alaska.

How John Williams Composes So Many Unforgettable Film Scores

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The composer who gave us the scores for movies such as "Star Wars," "E.T. The Extra Terrestrial" and "Jaws" has just marked his 90th birthday.

Why Sriracha Is Everybody's Favorite Hot Sauce

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Sriracha is spicy and tangy but never super hot. That's why so many people love it. It never overpowers foods; it just complements them.

European Geography Quiz

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So you think you know Europe? Map it out and take this quiz!

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