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How can we speed up plastic photodegradation?
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Sunlight can break plastic down but not very fast. Is there a way to speed up the process so that natural environments like this one aren't cluttered with plastic debris for centuries?
10 Design Flaws in the Average Home
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Just about everyone's home has something that could be improved. And sometimes design choices are to blame. Learn about the 10 most common design flaws in the typical house.
How Algaculture Works
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Do you know How Algaculture Works? Keep reading to learn how algaculture and aquaculture work.
How many people does one farmer feed in a year?
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One farmer's annual output can feed many people -- but exactly how many? Find out how tricky it is to see how many people a farmer feeds each year.
How to Maintain an Aquarium
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Basic aquarium maintenance is an important weekly task that keeps your freshwater fish healthy and happy. Learn about basic aquarium maintenance.
How Long Does It Take for Plastic to Decompose?
Wood, grass and food scraps undergo a process known as biodegradation when they're buried. They're transformed by bacteria in the soil into other useful compounds, but those same bacteria typically turn up their noses at plastic. Luckily, that's not the end of the story.
If the Idea of a Phone Call Triggers Serious Anxiety, You're Not Alone
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Is telephobia a real disorder? Learn more about social anxiety and telephones in this HowStuffWorks article.
Should I replace or repair my car?
Should I replace or repair my car? Visit TLC Home to find out if you should replace or repair your car.
What's more sustainable, mass-produced or handcrafted furniture?
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Handcrafted furniture may be your best bet when it comes to sustainability. See why handcrafted furniture usually beats out mass-produced furniture.
How Soil Lamps Work
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Soil lamps are discussed in this article from HowStuffWorks. Learn about soil lamps.