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How Inductors Work
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An inductor is little more than a coil of wire. Sound simple? Well, it is -- but that coil of wire can do some pretty cool things! Learn all about inductors!
Alexa, Buy a Dollhouse!
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Voice-activated personal assistants like Alexa sound super useful - until they start following other people's orders. Learn more at HowStuffWorks Now.
How Good of a Driver Are You, Really?
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If your passengers are constantly grabbing at the bar above their heads and they frequently make a sighing sound at the end of a trip with you behind the wheel, this quiz might not go well for you.
How Beats Audio Works
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What kind of sound do Dre's Beats Audio products deliver? Find out how Beat Audio works and how it can help you hear more of the music.
How HD Radio Works
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HD Radio promises higher quality sound, more stations and extra information. See how HD radio works, from the digital signal to your HD radio receiver.
How MP3 Files Work
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MP3 files took CDs a step further, compressing audio data down to a manageable file size -- and it still sounds great! Learn about the miracle of MP3.
The Glass Armonica: A Harmonious Invention by Benjamin Franklin
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Learn about the Glass Armonica, a unique musical instrument invented by Benjamin Franklin. The glass armonica produces beautiful, haunting sounds by rubbing wet fingers on tuned glass bowls.
Do Plants Feel Pain? A Primer on Plant Neurobiology
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Though they may be stuck in one place, plants have proven to possess a surprising array of capabilities. But the ability to feel pain? Scientists are learning that the possibility isn't as crazy as it sounds.
10 Extreme Motor Sports for Thrill Seekers
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Ice racing may sound like a reckless stunt, but it's an actual motor sport. Learn about 10 extreme motor sports for thrill seekers at HowStuffWorks.
How does Pop Rocks candy work?
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There's a candy called 'Pop Rocks.' When you put it in your mouth it makes a loud popping sound and it feels really weird! How do Pop Rocks work?