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How 9-1-1 Works
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911 gives people a single, easy-to-remember number to call in life-threatening situations. Learn how 911 has adapted to new cell phone and VoIP technology.
How Crash Testing Works
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Automotive crash testing has saved thousands of lives by making cars safer. Learn about the tests, the ratings and how the dummies tell engineers what happens in an accident.
How Space Farming Works
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Space farming is the process of cultivating plants in space. Learn why space farming is important and how space farming will affect life on Earth
How Green Pavement Works
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Green pavement is porous, meaning that it permits water to seep through to the ground. Learn why green pavement is good for the environment.
How E-waste Works
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E-waste refers to your discarded electronics and electrical devices. Learn why it's so difficult to properly recycle e-waste.
How to Redo Your Kitchen on a Budget
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Redoing your kitchen on a budget may not leave room for fancy appliances, but there's plenty you can do. Learn how to redo your kitchen on a budget.
Hyperhidrosis Overview
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Hyperhidrosis is the clinical term for excessive sweating. Learn about hyperhidrosis causes and treatments, and how people live with hyperhidrosis.
How the Great Train Robbery Worked
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The Great Train Robbery was the biggest raid on a train in Britain's history. Learn about the Great Train Robbery and the masterminds behind it.
How Entomophagy Works
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Entomophagy is the practice of eating insects. Bugs are nutritious and some of them taste great, but in the Western world entomophagy is a cultural taboo. Would you eat bugs?
How Crumple Zones Work
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Crumple zones are areas of a vehicle that are designed to deform and crumple in a collision. Read this article to find out how crumple zones work.