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The Ultimate Hiking Quiz
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It's well known that walking is a great form of exercise, but the same route can become more than a little boring, not to mention pounding a tread mill for 30 minutes a day. Rather than a boring walk, why not take a refreshing hike? The crisp, clean air and beautiful vistas make hiking a lot more than just a walk. Take our quiz to learn more about hiking and its health benefits.
Cholesterol Tests
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A cholesterol test is the first step in getting your blood-cholesterol level under control. Find out what happens in this simple blood test.
Can You Sneeze With Your Eyes Open?
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When you're a kid, this frightening rumor burns through the playground like wildfire. After all, what could be worse than your own eyes exploding out of your head? But does it have any truth to it?
Did a time traveler attend the premiere of Charlie Chaplin's 'The Circus'?
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Do we finally have proof of time travel? Learn all about the 'time traveler' at Charlie Chaplin's movie premiere at HowStuffWorks.
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.
Can pressing your upper lip stifle a sneeze?
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The urge to sneeze can come upon you at the worst times. Find out if pressing your upper lip can stifle a sneeze at HowStuffWorks.
How Much Do You Know about United States Currency?
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United States currency is the most powerful on Earth, mostly thanks to the strength of the country's economy. How much do you know about American currency?
The Hannibal Lecter Quiz
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Think all there is to Hannibal Lecter is liver recipes and that creepy face mask? See if you can develop an accurate psychological profile of "Hannibal the Cannibal" with this delicious quiz.
Should you wear light-colored clothes in hot weather to stay cool?
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Summertime fashion - light in weight and light in color. Are these pastel colors a designer's choice? Or do light colors actually keep you cooler, as some say? Read to find out if you should ditch the goth wardrobe this summer.
Dry Ice Burn: What Happens When You Touch Dry Ice?
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If you were to touch dry ice, it wouldn't be anything like touching water ice. So what's it like? Is it hot or cold? And would it leave a mark?