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What Is Avogadro's Number?
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That's one seriously big number, and technically Amedeo Avogadro didn't even come up with it. So how did the Italian chemist make such an indelible (numerical) mark on the wonderful world of chemistry?
The Human Fly, or the Daredevil Who Made Evel Knievel Seem Sane
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In the 1970s, a mysterious stuntman joined forces with two sausage makers, and the Human Fly was born. Read about the Human Fly at HowStuffWorks Now.
How Sparta Turned Its Men Into Super-Soldiers — and Dancers
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Movies like '300' have popularized the image of ancient Spartans as super-warriors. But that's only part of the story
5 Events in Black History You Never Learned in School
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Most students in the U.S. aren't taught about important people and events in Black history. Here are five that you probably never learned in school.
How Did Benedict Arnold Become America's Most Infamous Traitor?
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Revolutionary War turncoat Benedict Arnold is one of the most reviled figures in American history. But what did he do to deserve this ignominious fate?
The Real Story of Montezuma, the Last of the Aztec Emperors
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You might say there are two Montezumas: the real one who lived and the one who was invented after his death by conquistador Hernán Cortés.
Top 5 Survival Tips for Winning the Lottery
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These top 5 survival tips for winning the lottery will help you manage your finances if you ever beat the odds. Learn how to survive winning the lottery.
Koi Fish Are 'Living Jewels' of the Water Garden
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The colorful superstars of backyard water gardens are actually ornamental varietals of domesticated carp.
What's the Difference Between Misogyny and Sexism?
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The terms sexism and misogyny are often used interchangeably, though they have distinct meanings. HowStuffWorks explains how they're different.
5 Facts About Marie Curie and the Winningest Nobel Prize Family in History
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Having one Nobel Prize winner in the family is a huge accomplishment. But the extended Curie family had five winners - and one was even awarded twice. How did they get so smart?