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What Is Number Theory?
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For many of us, a number is just a number, a bit of information that tells you, say, what time it is. But mathematicians look at that same number and divine relationships that underlie nature itself. Ready to enter the trippy world of number theory?
The Copperhead Snake Is Seldom Lethal But Always Venomous
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Though a copperhead will bite if disturbed, and it is venomous, its bite is rarely fatal.
5 Bobtail Cat Breeds With Endearingly Stubby Tails
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Imagine a cat that looks like it walked out of a wilderness survival show, yet purrs when you scratch behind its ears. That’s the bobtail cat, a feline with a tail that’s just a nub compared to the swishy standard most cats sport.
10 Popular Diets: The Ultimate Science vs. Fad Showdown
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Search trends for popular diets spike every January (and every summer). Each promises weight loss, better overall health and a clear eating plan.
Why are boogers sticky?
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My four-year-old asked, "Why are boogers sticky?" I really didn't know what to say...
The Oz Factor
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The Oz Factor is a sensation that UFO witnesses experience. Learn where the term "Oz Factor" came from, and what the experience is like.
Depression 101
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Depression 101 will teach you the basics about this common disorder. Learn more about depression 101 from Discovery Health.
Don't Kill Spiders
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Don't kill spiders and instead keep them around your house. Find out why you shouldn't kill spiders.
Could Too Much Screen Time Mean Obesity or Cancer?
Recent research has revealed new concerns about light exposure. Learn how artificial lighting and childhood obesity are linked at HowStuffWorks Now.
How Dying Works
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Dying is the natural end to life, but knowing that doesn't make the physical reality of death any easier. Find out what happens to the body as it's dying.