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What Is a Flood and Why Is the Surge of Water So Dangerous?
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Flooding has claimed more lives than any other natural disaster. Find out how a gentle stream becomes a raging torrent.
How Night Vision Works
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Most of us instinctively think of darkness as a way to hide. Night vision has changed all that. So, how can you see someone standing over 200 yards away on a pitch-black night? Find out.
How Forensic Dentistry Works
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Forensic dentistry, also known as forensic odontology, is a way of identifying people by their teeth. Forensic dentistry encompasses bite-mark analysis.
How Fingerprinting Works
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Fingerprinting is a popular technique for identifying criminals and authenticating access. Learn about fingerprinting and its storied history.
How the Vikings Worked
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The Vikings, we may think, were bloodthirsty pillagers in horned helmets. While Vikings did plunder, they also did great things -- and in different headgear.
How Yurts Work
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Yurts are circular lattice-walled tent used throughout history by nomads in Central Asia. Find out why yurts are popular with campers and nomads.
10 Controversial Court Cases
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Controversial court cases can both tear communities apart and shape our history for the better. Take a look at these 10 controversial court cases in the U.S.
How Vitamin B2 Works
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Learn about vitamin B2, or riboflavin, a coenzyme that helps to metabolize carbohydrates, fats, and proteins in order to provide the body with energy.
How LARP Works
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If you've ever come across costumed people with mock weapons covered in duct tape, then you've probably seen some LARPers. Learn what they were doing.
How to Be Happy With Yourself
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Learning to be happy with yourself can be difficult. Check out HowStuffWorks for great tips on how to be happy with yourself.