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How Relief Wells Work
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Relief wells are used to prevent and stop dangerous oil flows. Learn about relief wells and how relief wells are drilled.
How Earthworms Work
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Earthworms aren't just good for fish bait. Read about earthworm anatomy, reproduction and life as an earthworm at HowStuffWorks.
What Are the 10 Worst Torture Methods and Why?
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The most prevalent forms of torture have been identified in a book by the CODESRIA organization. Learn about the most prevalent forms of torture.
10 Recent Breakthroughs in Marine Biology
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Marine biology breakthroughs have helped us learn about the ocean's residents. Explore 10 of the coolest marine biology discoveries.
How Saber-tooth Cats Worked
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Saber-tooth cats are perhaps the most well-known extinct felines. Learn about saber-tooth cats and the behavior patterns of saber-tooth cats.
Extremophiles: How Do These Organisms Push the Limits of Life?
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Extremophiles are organisms that live in "extreme" environments. Learn why extremophiles are remarkable, not only because of their habitats.
10 Worst Ways to Die
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Is there a worst way to die? Hard to say, but here's our list of ten contenders for the title of worst way to die.
Top 10 American Political Dynasties
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American political dynasties include the Rockefellers and the Bushes. What are 10 of the most successful political dynasties?
How Marijuana Works
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Marijuana isn't just a recreational drug for hippies and philosophy majors -- its psychoactive history ranges from Egyptian mummies to modern U.S. politics. What's the big deal about this leafy, green plant?
How Bees Work
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Bees have been included in myths and legends for centuries. Learn about bees, the anatomy of bees and how colony collapse disorder affects bees.