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How Drought Works
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What happens when the rains cease and water levels dry up precipitously? Everything from abundant grasses to apex predators suffers the consequences.
10 Incredible Wind Power Facts
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In the race to find alternative energy sources, wind power is a strong contender. In fact, it's already making its mark. How much do you know about this up-and-coming energy source?
How Astrolabes Work
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Astrolabes are exquisitely crafted instruments that have hundreds of uses. Isn't it time you learned how to use this handy decoder of the sky?
10 iPad Apps for Teaching Kids About Science
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There are several iPad apps that teach kids about science. Take a look at our list of 10 iPad apps for teaching kids about science to get started.
10 Extreme Motor Sports for Thrill Seekers
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Ice racing may sound like a reckless stunt, but it's an actual motor sport. Learn about 10 extreme motor sports for thrill seekers at HowStuffWorks.
10 Classic Swimming Pool Games
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Remember how much fun you had as a kid swimming in the pool with your friends and playing Marco Polo or sharks and minnows? What are some other classic pool games out there?
Can You Identify These Vintage Household Items?
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Plug in your icebox and chill out for this one! The household products you know and love today look quite different than their vintage counterparts. In fact, some didn't even exist. But that's the fun of it, trying to identify all of these vintage household items. Take this quiz to see if you identify them!
Try Your Best to Pass This Life Skills Test
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Do you know the difference between CPR and the Heimlich maneuver? Have you ever been pulled over? And where in the world does a stamp go? Test your wits and see if you can pass this life skills quiz.
How Airports Work
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Did you know that airports were once known as "flying fields" because planes took off and landed in large fields? Journey through the hidden world of airports in this article, but without the stress, nail-biting and packages of peanuts.
How to Care for Your Eyes
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Considering how important your eyesight is, caring for your eyes should be a part of your daily routine. Learn more about taking care of your eyes.