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What Is Deforestation?

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Deforestation, or the removal of forests, contributes to global warming. Learn how deforestation harms our plants and animals -- even to extinction.

How Taste Works

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Taste may actually be the most complicated sense as scientists know less about it than sight and hearing. Learn about taste and how taste works.

1968-1974 AMC Javelin

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The 1968-1974 AMC Javelin was a beautiful coupe designed to compete with the Ford Mustang. Find a profile and pictures of the 1968-1974 AMC Javelin.

How Jerusalem Syndrome Works

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Jerusalem Syndrome is the result of becoming overwhelmed when visiting the city of Jerusalem. Find out how visiting Jerusalem can cause Jerusalem Syndrome.

How MapQuest Works

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MapQuest was a household name in mapping technology, but it was later eclipsed by Google Maps and other technology. What is MapQuest up to now?

How the CIA Works

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Despite plenty of Hollywood films about the CIA and its spies, many people still don't know what the agency actually does. Take a look at the history of the CIA.

Learn the key reasons that Walmart has been able to keep its prices low -- cutting-edge technology, a frugal corporate culture and a push to make suppliers sell merchandise at cheaper and cheaper prices.