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From Bigfoot to Nessie, There's a Cryptid for Every Nagging Fear
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A cryptid is an animal whose existence is unproven, meaning no corpse or live specimen has ever been documented by the scientific community. But believers still persist.
Can You Identify All These Road Signs?
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Are you prone to road rage when you see a car ignoring the rules of the road? It's time to see if you stand up to your own criticism. If you know what all of these road signs are for, you're an expert driver.
How Barrier Islands Work
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Barrier islands are vacation spots and amazing ecosystems. Learn about barrier island habitats, fighting erosion of barrier islands and development's effects on barrier islands.
How Surge Protectors Work
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One piece of equipment you need at home is a surge protector. They safeguard your high-tech electronic devices from power surges. But how do you know which ones are best?
How Skyscrapers Work
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People build skyscrapers primarily because they are convenient -- you can create a lot of real estate out of a relatively small ground area. They're also awe-inspiring. Skyscrapers capture our imagination -- how high can we build them? Learn about the architecture and design of these monumental buildings.
How Light Microscopes Work
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The human eye misses a lot -- enter the incredible world of the microscopic! Explore how a light microscope works.
How Fingerprinting Works
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Fingerprinting is a popular technique for identifying criminals and authenticating access. Learn about fingerprinting and its storied history.
How Real Transformers Work
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Transformers exist in real life, but they don't quite resemble the robots from the movie. Learn about real transformers and how these robots are used.
How Trickle-down Economics Works
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Whether trickle-down economics works is a hot debate among theorists and politicians. Learn why trickle-down economics has so many allies and adversaries.
How Lion Taming Works
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Lion taming, to literally tame or train a lion, has been around for over 200 years. Learn all about lion taming and training in this article.