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How Does a GFCI Outlet Work?
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In my bathroom there is a plug that has a "Test" and a "Reset" button. When I push the "Test" button, it cuts off the current to the outlet. What is this? How is it different from the fuse in the fuse box?
Prescription Drug Basics
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Prescription drug benefits can exclude high-cost drugs in order to keep the cost of co-pays low. Learn more about prescription drug benefits.
Is there a light 10 billion times brighter than the sun?
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A synchrotron can produce light that can be used to "read" ancient texts that have been badly damaged. Find out what a synchrotron is and how it is used.
9 Types of Angels
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There are many types of angels that make up the spiritual world. Angels are divided into nine different types within three main groups, which are then called choirs. Find out more about these angelic intermediaries for God.
Why Is Rudolph's Nose Red?
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Why is Rudolph's nose red? Read about the most famous member of Santa's reindeer team and explore scientific reasons for why Rudolph's nose is red.
Screws
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Screws have a few benefits over other fasteners -- they provide lots of strength and can be easily removed. Find out about different types of screws.
Oleander Is a Poisonous Plant, Not a Cure for COVID-19
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Despite being pretty in pink, oleander is a highly poisonous plant. And now it's being touted as a cure for COVID-19. We'll break down the facts from fiction.
What Is Safe Mode?
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While Windows is a versatile and powerful operating system, there are times that it can be frustrating. Safe Mode is a special way for Windows to load when there is a system-critical problem that interferes with the normal operation of Windows.
The Ultimate Investment Diversification Quiz
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Your friends and associates may consider you an astute investor and they could be correct. Are you doing everything possible to maximize your return and to protect your assets? Determine how much you know about diversification by taking this quiz.
E = mc2: What Does Einstein's Famous Equation Really Mean?
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Einstein's formula for relativity is one of the most famous formulas in the world. Learn about Einstein's formula in this article.