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How Future Combat Systems Will Work

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The U.S. Army's Future Combat Systems is a massive overhaul of military technology intended to prepare the Army for modern warfare. Learn why the army needs the FCS.

Bottled Water Basics: How Many Bottles of Water in a Gallon, and More

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For a seemingly basic food product, bottled water has generated its share of controversy. Find out why.

10 Famous Accomplishments Made Late in Life

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You might be surprised by some of the famous accomplishments made late in life. See our list of the top 10 accomplishments made late in life.

Extremophiles: How Do These Organisms Push the Limits of Life?

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Extremophiles are organisms that live in "extreme" environments. Learn why extremophiles are remarkable, not only because of their habitats.

How Termites Work

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Termites have existed for 50 million years and can be found throughout the world. Learn about termites and find out how termite colonies are structured.

Have we reached peak oil?

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Oil is a nonrenewable resource. Have we found all the oil there is to find, or is there more out there somewhere? What's the best way to wean ourselves from our oil dependency?

How Aphrodisiacs Work

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Most of us have heard the talk about oysters and chocolate, and maybe you've read an article about the stimulating effects of ginseng. But garlic, licorice and cucumber? Learn about the history of aphrodisiacs and whether they've been proven to be effective.

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