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How Light Bulbs Work
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The light bulb hasn't changed a whole lot in its 120 years -- the original design was just that good. Apparently, you can throw together a filament, a glass mount, an inert gas and a bit of electricity and change the world. Learn what happens when yo
How does the NFL salary cap work?
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With the recent NFL draft, players are now negotiating contracts. How does the NFL's salary cap work?
How Movie Distribution Works
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Our series on movie theaters concludes with movie distribution. Learn how movies make it to your local theater and how money flows back to the studios!
Why do people collect shark teeth?
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Collecting shark teeth is a hobby for many people, but why do we do it? Learn why collecting shark teeth is like gathering up pieces of history.
How do broken bones heal?
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How does your body heal broken bones? Amazingly, broken bones begin healing immediately. Learn how broken bones or fractures are repaired.
How do bonds work?
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People buy bonds as investments, similar to buying stocks, but bonds are much less risky than stocks. Learn how bonds and bond trading work.
How A Fetus Grows
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The fetus grows from an embryo into a baby ready for birth. Read how a fetus grows
How Overweight Loads Work
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An overweight load can be a dangerous thing to tow. Learn what constitutes an overweight load at HowStuffWorks.
How Drop Hitch Receivers Work
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Drop hitch receivers are great hitch accessories to have. Learn all about drop hitch receivers at HowStuffWorks.
Top 5 Ways Nature Has Inspired Technology
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Some of the newest ideas in technology come from very old ideas -- they're inspired by nature. How do the plants and animals around us give engineers ideas?