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How Projection Television Works
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Projection television can provide an HD picture at a range of sizes and prices. Learn about front and rear projections TVs and read HDTV reviews.
How Barrier Islands Work
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Barrier islands are vacation spots and amazing ecosystems. Learn about barrier island habitats, fighting erosion of barrier islands and development's effects on barrier islands.
How Air Traffic Control Works
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There are about 5,000 planes in U.S. airspace every hour. How do these aircraft keep from colliding with each other? Learn about the intricate system that guides a plane from takeoff to landing.
How Coffee Works
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This stimulant drink comes from beans that are roasted and ground and, for many of us, it's a staple of life. But do you know where coffee grows and how it gets to America? How a French roast differs from an Italian roast? What a coffee cherry is? Or how decaffeinated coffee is made?
How Maglev Trains Work
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Magnetic levitation trains are becoming a popular transportation topic all around the globe. Learn about electromagnetic suspension, the most popular type of maglev train.
How the Electoral College Works
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As we learned in the 2000 election, the electoral college plays a huge role in the election process. Learn how the electoral college works!
How Skyscrapers Work
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People build skyscrapers primarily because they are convenient -- you can create a lot of real estate out of a relatively small ground area. They're also awe-inspiring. Skyscrapers capture our imagination -- how high can we build them? Learn about the architecture and design of these monumental buildings.
How Home Thermostats Work
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Thermostats are in every household, but have you ever wondered how they work? Learn about thermostats and take a look inside a home thermostat.
How Landslides Work
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Landslides can be devastating, causing more damage than their triggers. Learn more about landslides and landslide causes.
Do Video Games Cause Violence in Real Life?
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Entertainment media has always made a great scapegoat for bad behavior and violence. But is it legitimate? Do violent video games really lead to real-life violence?