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Is Earth the Only Planet With Tectonic Plates?

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Some scientists think plate tectonics could be a prerequisite for life. So do they exist on other planets outside of Earth? HowStuffWorks finds out.

What If Earth's Core Cooled Down?

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The core of our planet is about as hot as the sun. Could it ever cool down? That's one thing you don't want to happen.

How Chaos Theory Works

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Has this ever happened to you? The meteorologist calls for a massive snowstorm, but the flakes fail to arrive. Chaos theory can shed light on why forecasts fail (and why our orderly world may not be so orderly after all).

A Comprehensive Guide to the Layers of the Earth

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Delve into the Earth's layers: crust, mantle, outer core, and inner core. Discover the secrets beneath our feet and the dynamic processes at play.

How Dyson Spheres Work

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Could the source of Earth's future energy come from an ambitious idea to encircle the sun with technology? Maybe, but it's a concept that's a long way from today's reality.

Aldebaran: The Brightest Star in the Constellation Taurus

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Aldebaran is not just the brightest star in the constellation Taurus, it's also the 14th brightest star in the sky.

What Is a Van Allen Radiation Belt?

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Van Allen Radiation Belts, two zones encircling the earth in which there are relatively large numbers of high-energy (fast-moving) charged particles.

How to Sell Electricity Back to the Grid

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Did you know that the sun shines more energy onto the Earth's surface than all of its inhabitants use in an entire year? Learn how to sell electricity back to the grid.

How Antimatter Spacecraft Will Work

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Antimatter has the ability to store incredible amounts of energy in a very small space. See how it will work.

Top 5 Renewable Energy Careers

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Want to start a career in renewable energy? Keep reading to discover the Top 5 Renewable Energy Careers.

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