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Could You Pass Your Kid's Middle School Fitness Test?
They're probably the bane of your middle school memories. So why do we still subject kids to physical fitness tests? HowStuffWorks investigates.
The Ultimate Moon Quiz
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Wolves supposedly howl at it, a fairy tale claims a cow once jumped over it and legends say if you look hard enough, there's a man in it. Yes, the moon has a prominent place in popular culture, but there's a lot you might not know about Earth's little orbiting friend. Why doesn't it have soil? Why is its gravity so important? And are we really thinking of going back soon?
How do spray bottles pump fluid?
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How do spray bottles (like the ones used for cleaning products) pump fluid? Why do you have to pump them a couple of times before they start spraying?
How Digital Cinema Works
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Big changes are brewing in the movie industry: Emerging digital technology is about to revolutionize studios as well as your local movie theater. Find out why Hollywood's going digital!
How the Northern Lights Illuminate the Night Sky
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How does the aurora borealis (the Northern Lights) work? What causes it? Why can you only see it in the North? Are the myths about it producing sound true?
How to Land on the Government Watch List
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You've heard about the government watch list. But who's on it and why? Find out what puts a person on a government watch list and how you get off of it.
Could treasure hunters have discovered "Nazi Gold"?
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Treasure hunters think they might have found Nazi gold. Learn about the history of Nazi gold and why treasure hunters think they've found the Amber Room.
Does campaign finance reform restrict free speech?
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Does Campaign Finance Reform Restrict Free Speech? Learn why some opponents say campaign finance reform can restrict free speech and what supporters say.
1969 Chevrolet Chevelle COPO 427
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A 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle COPO 427 didn't need any stinkin' badges to lay down the muscle car law. Learn why, see photos, and scan specifications.
How Meth Works
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Meth, or methamphetamine, is a stimulant that can leave users toothless and paranoid. So why do so many people go after that high? Learn what meth can do.