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Why Do Certain Experiences Give Us Goosebumps?
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Think of goosebumps as 'skin orgasms' that are caused by unexpected and pleasant experiences. You know you get them when you're cold, but what is going on in our brains that triggers them?
How Taste Works
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Taste may actually be the most complicated sense as scientists know less about it than sight and hearing. Learn about taste and how taste works.
iPhone and Android Users Found to Have Different Personality Traits
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A study examined whether stereotypes about smartphone users held true. Learn more about smartphones and personality in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Why Does the Moon Look So Much Bigger When It Is Near the Horizon?
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Why does the moon look so much bigger when it is near the horizon than when it is high up in the sky?
Is There a Mathematical Formula for the 'Beer Goggles' Effect?
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As it turns out, beer is not the only factor in the 'beer goggles' effect. And scientists have come up with a fancy formula to prove it -- and let you calculate just how far off you are.
Are some facial expressions universal across cultures?
Facial expressions can be tough enough, but what happens when you add cultural differences into the mix? Find out if universal facial expressions exist.
May 17 Birthday Astrology
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A Taurus born May 17 is symbolized by the bull and has a strong-minded personality. Learn more about May 17 birthday astrology.
Why Do We Find Waiting on Hold So Irritating?
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'Your call is very important to us...' Uh, really? Then why are you still on hold? HowStuffWorks looks at the art and science of being put on hold.
How to Scare Away Rattlesnakes
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You may encounter a rattle snake lazing in its natural habitat and want to know how to scare it away. Learn about how to scare away rattlesnakes in this article.
How Optical Illusions Work
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It's a young lady! It's an old woman! It's a blue dress! No, it's gold! Why are we fooled by optical illusions and what do they tell us about how the brain works?