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How Often Are Septic Tanks Emptied, and Where Do the Contents Go?
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A septic tank requires a good cleaning to flush out sludge and scum, which don't drain like effluent. Learn how a septic tank cleaning works.
How St. Patrick's Day Works
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There's more to St. Patrick's Day than beer and gaudy green attire. Learn about the story, the saint, the shamrocks and the famous Blarney Stone.
What is a vegetarian diet?
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Vegetarians are people who abstain from eating any kind of meat. Read about the vegetarian diet and find out why people choose to become vegetarians.
How many things can you plug into an electrical outlet before it catches fire?
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How many things can you plug into an electrical outlet before it catches fire? Find out if you are at risk for overload by using a simple formula.
How Thought-Controlled Wheelchairs Work
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Thought-controlled wheelchairs intercept signals from the brain using an ambient audeo system. Read more about how thought-controlled wheelchairs work.
How the Tornado Intercept Vehicle Works
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Tornado chasers generally stay about a mile away from the tornado itself -- but not IMAX cinematographer Sean Casey. He has built a Tornado Intercept Vehicle and hopes to withstand a direct hit. Check it out.
Uranus: The Ice Giant on a Tilted Axis
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Uranus is the seventh planet from the sun and sits on an axial plane tilted at a jaw-dropping 97.7-degree angle. And yes, Uranus does actually stink.
How Tooth Whitening Works
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In the past few years, tooth-whitening has exploded as the physical upgrade of choice. Unlike nose jobs and chin tucks, just about anybody can afford to try this at home. Learn about different whitening techniques and how they work, and decide if you should give it a try.
How the Gibbs Aquada Works
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The Gibbs Aquada got billionaire Richard Branson across the English Channel. Check out this truly unique vehicle.
Can animals predict death?
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Can animals predict death? Oscar the Cat made the news for predicting deaths of nursing home patients. Learn about how animals can predict death.