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The Slowest Animal in the World and 15 Fellow Slowpokes
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The animal kingdom is home to some truly slow-moving creatures that take life at a leisurely pace. The slowest animal in the world uses sluggish movements that require less energy, which is crucial for animals with limited food resources. Being so slow that they look completely still is a good strategy to hide from vicious predators.
Off to the New World: The Christopher Columbus Quiz
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Whether you consider him a visionary explorer or a barbaric invader, there's no doubt that Christopher Columbus was a fascinating guy. How much do you know about the explorer and his many voyages? Take this quiz to find out.
What Makes a Food 'Natural'?
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If you think a 'natural food' means it has no artificial ingredients, you're so wrong. HowStuffWorks Now explores what makes a food 'natural.'
Singing on Screen: Movie Musicals Quiz
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Movie musicals bring Broadway to the big screen, complementing traditional acting with song and dance. Take our quiz to see how much you know about the most famous movie musicals!
Why Didn't Evolution Give Us the Ability to Smell Fresh Water?
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You'd think being able to smell drinkable water would be an evolutionary advantage. But we can only smell things that suggest potable water. Why is that?
How Carmine, the Red Dye Made From Bugs, Makes It Into Your Food
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Carmine, a natural red dye also known as cochineal extract, is indeed made from the crushed bodies of the cochineal bug. And it provides the color for many of the foods we eat.
What's the Difference Between a Cave and a Cavern?
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One term might give you the impression of something grand and mysterious, while the other makes you think of claustrophobia-inducing environs that threaten human life. But what's the real difference?
The Flying Snake Doesn't Fly So Much as Fall With Style
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To some, the thought of snakes flying through the air is the scariest thought imaginable, but, as we'll explain, flying snakes don't actually fly, they "fall with style."
Without Frank's RedHot There'd Be No Buffalo Wings
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You read that right. Frank's RedHot is the reason we now eat chicken wings. So what's the backstory? We'll tell you.
You Have a Thermostat, But Do You Need a Hygrometer, Too?
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Hygrometers are used by many professionals to monitor levels of humidity in the air. So, do need one in your home?