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Tropical Rainforest Guide: How Rainforests Work
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Tropical rainforests are the most diverse ecosystems on Earth, and also the oldest. Today, tropical rainforests cover only 6 percent of the Earth's ground surface, but they are home to over half of the planet's plant and animal species.
What would nuclear winter be like?
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If the sight of a mushroom cloud burning above the horizon suggests that the nuclear weapon-equipped world might end with a bang, then nuclear winter presents the notion that post-World War III humanity might very well die with a whimper.
How Meteorology Works
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Meteorology is the study of the atmosphere and the myriad phenomena that keep it in moving. Learn how far meteorology has come over the years.
Did the Mayan civilization end because of climate change?
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Over the years, many theories have been advanced about why the once-mighty Mayan civilization fell. But a newer one is getting attention: Was it because of climate change?
How Sugar Works
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Whether it's providing us with a quick dose of energy or satisfying a sweet tooth, we love sugar. But is sugar a good fuel for us and our cars?
How many people does one farmer feed in a year?
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One farmer's annual output can feed many people -- but exactly how many? Find out how tricky it is to see how many people a farmer feeds each year.
How the Venice Tide Barrier Project Works
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It's a recipe for disaster: Venice is sinking, and the waters around it are rising. Can the controversial MOSE project save Italy's famous city with a series of aqua gates?
5 Myths About Renewable Energy
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We're currently suspended between two ages: a time dependent on fossil fuels and a future dominated by renewable energy sources. Yet not everyone is sold on this vision, so a number of myths about renewable energy persist.
How Diesel Locomotives Work
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Diesel locomotives are some of the coolest modes of transport out there. Giant machines like these are just full of technological treats. Explore a hybrid-diesel locomotive - from engine to engineer controls.
10 Bizarre Ways to Die
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There are as many ways to die as there are ways to live. Read about ten bizarre ways to die.