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From the Bow to the Stern: Boating Quiz
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Life on the water is different than life on land. How much do you know about boating? Take this quiz to find out.
People Still Use Fax Machines, But, Um, Why?
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HowStuffWorks finds out why anyone still bothers with faxing in the 21st century. It's not just from inertia.
How to Stop Grinding Teeth
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Grinding your teeth, or bruxism, is the wear and tear on your teeth and joints of the jaw. Find out how to relax that jaw and ease the grind.
Are leeches being used in modern medicine?
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Leeches can be beneficial in today's medical treatments. Learn how leeches are used in modern medical treatments.
Dangers of Sleep Apnea
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Sleep apnea causes patients to actually stop breathing periodically throughout the night. Learn about the silent dangers of sleep apnea.
Inotropic Drugs: What You Need to Know
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Inotropic drugs change the force of your heartbeat. Learn more about inotropic drugs.
Can a Turtle Outgrow Its Shell?
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Turtle shells help protect the reptiles from predators and allow some to move quickly through the water. Find out if a turtle can outgrow its shell.
Botflies Are Nasty Parasites That Get Under Your Skin
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If you've never seen a botfly, it looks rather harmless. Until it lays its eggs inside a living host. HowStuffWorks talks about when things get gross.
How Movie Projectors Work
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When you see a movie in the theater, do you notice the projector? Without it, you'd be staring at a blank screen. Enter the projection booth and learn what it takes to show a movie.
How Espresso Machines Work
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Espresso, cappuccino, latte, double latte, double mocha latte... Espresso drinks have become coffee-shop staples all over the world. Watch us take apart an espresso machine!