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Earthquakes on the Mississippi: The New Madrid Seismic Zone
Will a town in southern Missouri be the epicenter of the next 'big one'?
NASA's Chief Sniffer's Job Is to Keep 'Stinky' Situations Out of Space
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Nobody's nose knows better than NASA's George Aldrich. He's the longest-serving member of the space agency's odor panel, which basically sniffs and smells everything that goes up into space.
How Terrazzo Works
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Even if you're not in the habit of noticing the flooring under your feet, chances are good that you've trod on terrazzo before. Meet mosaic's sturdy cousin.
10 San Diego Beaches Where Summer Is (Almost) Year-round
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With sun-kissed shores and miles of coastline, San Diego beaches rank among the best on the West Coast. From family-friendly bays to dog friendly beaches, this city offers something for every kind of sun seeker.
How to Landscape with Different Soil Types
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Landscaping and soil types are very much related because they influence one another. Learn more about landscaping and soil types at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Correctly ID These Common Pieces of Construction Equipment?
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Can you differentiate between a Phillips screwdriver and a flathead? Do you know what a crawler-loader is? If so, this is the quiz for you! Test your knowledge of all different types of construction site equipment with this ultimate challenge!
Where Have All the Seashells Gone?
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All that seashell collecting you've been doing actually hurts the environment.
How to Repair Wooden Furniture Surfaces
From scratches to discoloration, the surfaces of your wooden furniture are vulnerable to all kinds of damage. Luckily, many of the problems can be fixed. Read this article to learn how.
How Waterslides Work
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It's a leap of faith onto a curvy, steep, wet chute... Discover how the principles of physics are at work on with water slides.
Exfoliating Soap Basics
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Exfoliated soaps are great for maintaining youthful skin. Learn about how exfoliating soaps work at HowStuffWorks.