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Is humid air heavier than dry air?

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If humid air is just air plus water, then it has to be heavier than dry air, right? Sure, if it was only a matter of simple addition, but molecular physics is a lot like a bouncer at a club: Nothing gets in unless something else goes out.

If nature abhors a vacuum, then why doesn't the vacuum of space suck away all of the Earth's atmosphere?

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If "nature abhors a vacuum," then why doesn't the vacuum of space suck away all of the Earth's atmosphere?

Understanding the Empirical Formula in Chemistry

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In chemistry, there are a variety of methods that scientists use to identify a chemical compound, including a molecular formula, molar mass and molecular diagram. The simplest formula of these is known as the empirical formula.

How LCDs Work

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Learn about LCD technology, get LCD buying tips, read LCD reviews and compare prices and features on popular LCD models.

Why is sugar sticky?

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Sugar becomes sticky when mixed with water. But why? Find out why sugar is sticky at HowStuffWorks.

What makes adhesives sticky?

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Used in a variety of everyday applications, adhesives come in many forms, including glue, tape and sealant. Learn more about what makes adhesives sticky from this article.

How Do Brewers Measure the Alcohol in Beer?

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How do beermakers know how the alcohol content of a beer? HowStuffWorks gets to the bottom of it.

How Adhesive Tape Works

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In 1925, after an auto paint job gone wrong, a young research assistant was struck by the idea for adhesive tape. But how does tape actually stick, and how are we able to peel it off a roll?

How Does Photosynthesis Work?

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Artificial photosynthesis allows us to replicate one of nature's miracles. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about artificial photosynthesis.

Chemists Are on the Hunt for a Long-lasting Sunscreen

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New research examines exactly how sunscreen's chemical filters block radiation from the sun. Learn more in this HowStuffWorks article.

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