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How to Repair Small Engines
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Small engines serve as useful home tools and power our toys. To keep them operating efficiently, an owner should know how these engines work and what to do when they don't. Learn more.
How Do Scientists Determine the Age of Dinosaur Bones?
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Every time a new fossil is found, one of the first things scientists determine is how old that fossil really is. But how do they determine it, and how can they be completely accurate?
How to Turn Up Hot Water Heater
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You probably don't give your water heater much thought until your shower goes cold but it's an important appliance in your home. If your water heater's temperature is off, you'll want to learn how it works, including how to turn up your hot water heater.
How can soft tissue exist in dinosaur fossils?
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Soft tissue in dinosaur fossils is very rare, and when it does turn up it often contains many surprises. Learn about soft tissue in dinosaur fossils.
Man-made Islands Are More Common Than You Think
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Man has been building islands all over the world for centuries using extraordinary feats of engineering. But at what cost to the environment?
Chainsaw Lobster Among New Deep-sea Species Found in Java Sea
The first-ever deep-sea exploration of West Java seas netted more than 12,000 marine creatures. HowStuffWorks looks at some of the new species found.
Running on Empty? How Bad Is It for Your Car?
How bad is it for your car to run on a nearly empty gas tank? HowStuffWorks takes a look under the hood.
What if a plane landed in San Francisco at the same time there was a big earthquake?
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If a plane landed in an earthquake an number of things could happen. Find out what would happen if a plane landed in an earthquake in San Francisco.
How Coral Reefs Work
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Coral reefs are the rainforests of the sea, home to many, many marine fish species. Learn more coral reef facts and see coral reef photos and maps.
How Sinkholes Work
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Sinkholes are much more than holes in the ground. Learn how sinkholes can cause the Earth to swallow up you, your home and your car.