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How Gold Works
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We love it. We wear it glittering around our necks and sparkling at our ears, wrists and feet. We pass it down to our children and hoard it in secret stashes. Why is this precious metal so prized?
How Data Centers Work
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Cloud computing, e-mail services and streaming media all have to be handled by interconnected computers. Find out how data centers work.
Sun Tzu's "The Art of War" Quiz
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The Art of War by Sun Tzu, also simply called, "The Sun Tzu" is a classic ancient text on military strategy. Even if you've never been strapped in armor, how much do you know about these tried-and-true techniques?
What are the odds there is life in outer space?
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Are we alone? Jodie Foster's character in "Contact" didn't think so, and neither do the scientists who've been listening for an extraterrestrial message for decades.
How to Make Your Attic More Than an Attic
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Ever wonder how to make your attic more than just an attic? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn about the cool things you can do with your attic space.
How CO2 Scrubbing Works
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CO2 scrubbing is one potential solution to reducing our emissions of carbon dioxide. Learn about CO2 scrubbing and find out what the most common processes are.
How to Turn a Bedroom Into an Exercise Room
If you have a spare bedroom that's sitting empty just screaming for a purpose, why not turn it into an exercise room? That way, you get the convenience of a gym without the people to watch you sweat!
How a Nuclear Meltdown Works
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Nuclear meltdowns can be scary, but it's important to understand what causes them. Learn about how nuclear meltdowns work.
How Plasma Donation Works
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There are two types of plasma donations -- the plasma's the same, it's just the method of donation that differs. Find out how plasma donation works.
Can You Identify All of These Australian Candies From an Image?
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Australia has a lot more to offer than Bloomin' Onions and Vegemite. The Land Down Under is full of some surprisingly good candies, from chocolate and chews to some snacks that might be a little weird to non-Aussies ... musk sticks, anyone? Take our quiz to see how many of these candies you can name.