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What is chewing gum made of?
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Ever wonder what chewing gum is made of and why it doesn't dissolve in your mouth? Find out your answers in this article about chewing gum.
What causes the loud banging noise in my home's pipes?
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What causes the loud banging noise in my home's pipes? For example, when I turn off the faucet I hear it. Is there a way to prevent it?
What If an Asteroid Hit Earth?
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There are obvious craters on Earth (and the moon) that are evidence of a long history of massive objects hitting planet Earth. But what would happen if an asteroid hit Earth today?
What is Micro-Mesh sandpaper used for?
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Micro-Mesh sandpaper is used to polish airplane windows and just about everything else. Learn about what Micro-Mesh sandpaper is used for from this article.
What kind of drill bit do I need for ceramic tile?
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Drilling holes in ceramic tiles can be tricky, and the tile can easily shatter. Learn what kind of drill bit you need for ceramic tiles in this article.
What Kind of Drill Bits Do I Need for Brick or Concrete?
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Putting up shelves or pictures might require boring holes into brick or concrete. Learn what kind of drill bits you need for brick or concrete in this article.
What did the Nazis have to do with archaeology?
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In "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade," Dr. Jones battles the Nazis for the Holy Grail. Did the Nazis really have an interest in archaeology? And if so, what fueled it?
What is a funicular railway?
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In the news about the recent accident at a ski resort in Austria, the reporters called the cable car that carried the skiers up the mountain a "funicular railway." What is that and how does it work?
What Are Dual Overhead Cams?
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What does it mean when a car has dual overhead cams? Does it matter? Is a car with dual overhead cams better than one with single overhead cams?
What makes you dizzy when you spin?
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Dizziness happens when the part of your body that detects motion sends the wrong signals to your brain. Find out what causes dizziness when you spin.