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Lava Isn't the Only Dangerous Aspect of Volcanoes

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Ash flows, deadly gases and vog are just a few of the other reasons why we all need to respect volcanoes.

Can You Match the Traditional Clothing to Its Country of Origin?

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Traditional dress has been a part of people's cultures for centuries, and today, people still wear formal dress items during cultural events and on weddings. Are you a know-it-all? Let's see if you can name all traditional attires from around the world.

Is Earth the Only Planet With Tectonic Plates?

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Some scientists think plate tectonics could be a prerequisite for life. So do they exist on other planets outside of Earth? HowStuffWorks finds out.

When Krakatoa Blew: How the 1883 Eruption Changed the World

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The 1883 Krakatoa eruption was gigantic and deadly, but the advent of modern communications and mass media helped to make it one of the earliest and best-known modern natural catastrophes.

How Volcanoes Work

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Volcanoes are some of nature's most awe-inspiring displays, with everything from exploding mountaintops to rivers of lava. Learn how all the different types of volcanoes work.

The Ring of Fire Is the Pacific's Volcanic Hotspot

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Explore the Pacific Ring of Fire, a 24,900-mile zone with 75% of Earth's volcanoes and 90% of its earthquakes, shaped by dynamic tectonic activity.

We Finally Know Why Ancient Roman Concrete Outlasts Our Own

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The ancients were able to devise a mix for concrete that actually gets stronger over time thanks to chemical reactions. If only we could rediscover the recipe...

Did the Dutch really trade Manhattan for nutmeg?

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Did the Dutch really trade New Netherland for nutmeg? Find out why nutmeg was more valuable than Manhattan.

Will we ever run out of magma?

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Will we run out of magma, or is there an infinite supply within the Earth's crust? Find out if we will ever run out of magma.

Intricate Ice Caves in Antarctica May Harbor Unique Life

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On the surface, Antarctica may seem like a barren landscape. But underneath, in massive ice caves, life may be abundant.

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