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If Rainbows Are Circular, Why Do We Only See Arches?

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The simple explanation is you have to be in just the right spot and the conditions have to be perfect for you to see the entire 360 degrees.

You're Probably Not Putting on Enough Sunscreen

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A new study shows people don't apply enough sunscreen. HowStuffWorks looks at what the right amount is and real-world tips for applying it properly.

Keep These 5 Foods Out of the Fridge

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HowStuffWorks finds out why five common foods are best kept outside the refrigerator, including bread and potatoes.

Recycled Plastic Waste Creates Roads

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Plastic waste can be recycled as a road-building and repair material. HowStuffWorks looks at the process.

Are animals still evolving?

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Evolution is a never-ending process, but some scientists believe it might be speeding up as human activity impacts the environment.

Oh No Shoe Didn't: 5 Footwear Mistakes

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Have you ever made footwear mistakes? To stay in style, take a look at these five footwear mistakes to avoid.

Can You Tell If a Sand Dollar Is Alive Before Taking It Off the Beach?

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Everyone loves foraging for seashells at the beach, but the true jackpot is finding a perfect unbroken sand dollar. However, taking one home may not be such a good idea.

Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of These Debunked Conspiracy Theories

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Is the world run by the Illuminati or just some reptilian overlords? Test your knowledge of conspiracy theories with this HowStuffWorks quiz.

Wildfires Can Form Monstrous Pyrocumulonimbus Clouds

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These massive clouds form when wildfires give off heat. HowStuffWorks looks at how climate change is making conditions favorable for more to form.

5 Hugely Fun Facts About Mass (Not Weight)

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Weight is the measurement of gravity's pull on an object. And it varies by location. Mass is a different beast altogether.

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