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How Stethoscopes Work
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Stethoscopes started as a way for 19th-century doctors to put some distance between themselves and grubby patients. Today though, this simple listening tool is one of the best ways to diagnose a range of problems.
'God Is Dead' and 4 Other Quotes From Nietzsche, Explained
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Nietzsche's prose is playful, but its meaning is often opaque. Though perhaps we should expect nothing less from a philosopher who wrote, "I am not a man. I am dynamite."
How does your brain impact your survival chances in the wilderness?
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Survival psychology can be just as important physical fitness in the wild. Learn more about survival psychology and how your brain reacts to stress.
What Was in Peter the Great's Cabinet of Curiosities?
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Peter the Great was a feared leader but also an intellectual. Learn about Peter the Great and Peter the Great's love of academia and collectibles.
How long can a camel go without water?
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Camels store water effectively and can easily handle harsh desert conditions. Learn why camels store water, and how long they can go without water.
Xanthomas Overview
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Xanthomas are skin lesions that are often a sign of cell dysfunction. Learn more about how xanthomas work at HowStuffWorks.
What are emotions, and why do we have them?
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What are emotions? What is their purpose? Read this article to learn about emotions and the reasons why we have them.
How the Black Death Worked
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How did the Black Death kill 25 million people? The Black Death caused devastation and hysteria. Learn how the Black Death spread and its effects.
10 Questions to Ask on a Date
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Want to know what questions to ask on a date? Visit HowStuffWorks to find 10 questions to ask on a date.
How Adoption Works
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Adoption unites children who need families with loving parents. Learn about adoption, adoption agencies, international adoption, foster care and more.