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How Fire Tornadoes Work
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Inject heat, ash and fire into a spinning mass of air. Watch as a funnel of flames leaps from the ground, reaches for the heavens and then races forward to consume everything in its path. Is such a phenomenon possible?
What Is a Performance-enhancing Drug? Here Are 10 Examples
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The list of superstar athletes accused of - and admitting to - taking performance-enhancing drugs is almost as impressive as the number of sports that they compete in. And we're not just talking about steroids.
How Ice Rinks Work
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The things people do on ice rinks are so spectacular, we sometimes forget how remarkable ice rinks themselves are. Maintaining a proper ice rink is a real feat of engineering. Get a behind the scenes look at this very cool technology.
How RAM Works
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RAM is the best known form of computer memory and easy to upgrade. Learn how RAM works, what kind of RAM to buy, and how to install it.
Railroads of the 1920s
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Railroads of the 1920s reflected a time of uncertainty in the industry at the time. Learn more about the railroads of the 1920s.
How Straw Bale Houses Work
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Straw bale houses use straw bales as insulation or as the structural building block of the home. Learn more about straw bale houses and see pictures.
How Rice Cookers Work
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Burned chunks or gooey paste can be the disappointing result of rice gone wrong, but a rice cooker can even the odds for even the klutziest cooks in the kitchen.
Bipolar Disorder Overview
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Bipolar disorder, also called manic-depressive disorder, affects millions of Americans. Learn about mania, mood swings and how bipolar is treated.
How Schizophrenia Works
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Schizophrenia is often confused with split personality disorder. Find out exactly what schizophrenia is in this article.
Railroads of the 1990s
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Railroads of the 1990s explains the history of American railroads through the 1990s. Learn about the history of railroads of the 1990s.