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What Is Graphene? The Mind-boggling Wonder Material

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This is one 'supermaterial' that might actually live up to its hype. So what is graphene really, and why is it so versatile?

How Cash App Works

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Our beginner's guide to how Cash App works will have you sending and receiving money from your digital wallet like a pro in no time.

The Flying Snake Doesn't Fly So Much as Fall With Style

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To some, the thought of snakes flying through the air is the scariest thought imaginable, but, as we'll explain, flying snakes don't actually fly, they "fall with style."

Cream of Tartar Is a Baker's Best Friend

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Cream of tartar isn't cream, nor is it creamy. But it is handy and inexpensive, and it'll give your food 'oomph.' Here's why you'll want to have it around.

The 'Green Book' Was a Lifeline for Black Travelers

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Before the 1964 Civil Rights Act and even after it, the tradition of the "great American road trip" was very different for families of color.

The Car Cupholder Craze Is Out of Control

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Does anybody really need 19 cupholders in their car? Automakers seem to think so. HowStuffWorks looks at this new trend and tries to decipher it.

How Airlines Clean Planes So Quickly

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Cleaning an airliner for the next flight is a complex undertaking that must be carried out rapidly. And it's even more important now during the coronavirus pandemic.

You're Probably Not Putting on Enough Sunscreen

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A new study shows people don't apply enough sunscreen. HowStuffWorks looks at what the right amount is and real-world tips for applying it properly.

Why Can We Hear Others' Footsteps, But Not Our Own?

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HowStuffWorks looks at a new study trying to determine why we can hear other people's footsteps but not the ones we make.

How do you get a job testing toys?

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Want to tinker with toys all day and get paid for the privilege? Read on to learn how to make it as a toy tester at HowStuffWorks.

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