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Remember Your School Supplies From the '50s?
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Push pins, steel pins, thumb tacks, paste sticks ... The 1950s produced school supplies that either stuck to things or stuck you back if you weren't careful. This quiz will inspire you to call up coveted school supplies from the past. How many can you correctly ID? Get ready to figure out some cool school stuff!
10 Types of Microphones
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Microphones have been around in some form for more than 150 years. Modern mics incorporate fiber optics, microchips, and even lasers to suit a variety of audio needs.
Music Activities for Kids
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Try these music activities for kids and explore the sonic landscape using household items! Learn about music activities for kids at HowStuffWorks.
The Ridiculous History of the Chastity Belt
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Chastity belts were supposedly worn by women in the Middle Ages to keep them from having sex. A literal lock for a woman's nether regions. But how much truth is there to this torture device?
What are smart bracket braces?
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What are smart bracket braces? See what smart bracket braces are all about and how they work.
How Alchemy Paved the Way for Chemistry
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Alchemy may seem like a cousin to witchcraft but in reality it was the forerunner of modern chemistry.
Fireplace-Cleaning Tips
Cleaning your fireplace regularly will ensure that it remains safe and efficient. Learn how to eliminate excess soot, ashes, and dangerous creosote tars.
6 Automotive Parts You Can Easily Recycle
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Reducing your vehicles carbon footprint is as easy as 1...2...recycle. Learn more about the 6 automotive parts you can easily recycle.
How Computer Keyboards Work
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You use your keyboard every day, but did you know that even this simple device contains its own microprocessor? Learn why!
How Soil Lamps Work
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Soil lamps are discussed in this article from HowStuffWorks. Learn about soil lamps.