Search Results | number
Your search for "number" returned 8,769 results
How Tessellations Work
science.howstuffworks.com/math-concepts/tessellations.htm
Mathematics achieves the sublime. Sometimes, as with tessellations, it rises to art. In their simplest form, tessellations consist of a single shape that repeats over a two-dimensional plane without any gaps. Why was M.C. Escher so fixated on them?
How Political Recalls Work
people.howstuffworks.com/political-recall.htm
Why (and how) are voters taking the extraordinary step of recalling officials they've already elected? Read about political recalls at HowStuffWorks.
7 Warning Signs of a Looming Recession
money.howstuffworks.com/7-warning-signs-looming-recession.htm
Good luck predicting the economic future; even the experts get it wrong. But there are sure warning signs to look for when a recession is ahead.
5 Realities of a Post-antibiotic World
health.howstuffworks.com/medicine/medication/5-realities-of-post-antibiotic-world.htm
In a post-antibiotic world, many harmful bacteria grow resistant to the drugs we've been using. Learn what a post-antibiotic world might look like.
How Itemized Deductions Work
money.howstuffworks.com/personal-finance/personal-income-taxes/itemized-deductions.htm
When you're doing your taxes, it's nice to see all the deductions. Learn how itemized deductions work at HowStuffWorks.
How Triage Works
health.howstuffworks.com/medicine/triage.htm
Triage is a system in the ER that gives treatment priorities to the sickest patients. Learn more about how triage works.
Morgellons Disease Overview
health.howstuffworks.com/skin-care/problems/medical/morgellons-disease.htm
Morgellons Disease is often written off as a mental illness. Learn about the causes of the mysterious Morgellons Disease.
The American Muscle Car Quiz
play.howstuffworks.com/quiz/the-american-muscle-car-quiz
Big, wide, bold and brash ... they just look fast even when standing still don't they. But how much do you know about American muscle cars? Especially those launched in the 1960s and '70s? Let's see, shall we?
Can You Locate These Wild West Cities on a Map?
play.howstuffworks.com/quiz/can-you-locate-these-wild-west-cities-on-a-map
If you name all of these towns in the West, from Tombstone to Ruby you'd be best, then pick Dodge City out from the rest, and ride off in the sunset in the West. Do your best in the quiz and we'll see if you know Oatman from Virginia City.
The Magician Card: Symbolism, Meaning & Interpretation
science.howstuffworks.com/science-vs-myth/extrasensory-perceptions/magician-tarot-card.htm
The Magician: A master of manifestation... but are you using his powers wisely? Uncover the real meaning behind this potent card.