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How Digital Scales Work

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Digital scales are common measuring devices that harness several physical laws. Learn how digital scales weigh everything from peanuts to penguins.

The Unwrapped Candies Quiz!

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Few things are better than something sour, something sweet, or something chocolatey? You may recognize these popular and delicious treats without their wrapper, but that doesn't mean you can name them! Take this quiz to see if your outcome is sweet or sour.

How the Big Bang Theory Works

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The big bang theory is well-known, but there are many misconceptions about it. Like what? Let's start with this one: There was no bang.

How to Use a Fire Extinguisher

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While there's a good chance that your fire extinguisher will sit on the wall for years, collecting dust, it could end up saving your property and even your life. Learn the correct way to use an extinguisher and see what sort of fire suppressant works best on different types of fires.

How Nuclear Medicine Works

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Nuclear materials get used in many forms of nuclear medicine -- everything from PET scans to chemotherapy uses them. Learn how nuclear medicine works.

Are the Sodium Lauryl Sulfates in Shampoo Safe?

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Sodium lauryl sulfate is a lather-producing agent found in most shampoos. Learn whether sodium lauryl sulfate poses a health risk or not.

How can adding iron to the oceans slow global warming?

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Scientists propose adding iron to the oceans to cut carbon dioxide levels and, in turn, decrease temperatures. See if adding iron to the oceans works.

Is the Dream of Cold Fusion Still a Possibility?

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Though a highly publicized 1989 cold fusion breakthrough was subsequently discredited, research is still being conducted in hopes of future success.

10 People With Incredibly Bad Luck

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These 10 people had the incredibly bad luck of being in the wrong place at the wrong time or the right place at the wrong time.

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