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How Laser Weapons Work
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Laser weapons have been depicted in science fiction for years, but they do exist in real life. Learn more about laser weapons.
Why do formal meals include so much silverware?
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If you've been to a nice dinner, you probably noticed the fancy silverware. Learn just why formal meals have so much silverware at HowStuffWorks.
How Jack the Ripper Worked
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Jack the Ripper was a brutal serial killer who haunted the West End of London in 1888. Read about Jack the Ripper and his bloody killing spree.
How Old Is Earth and How Did Scientists Figure It Out?
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In 1953, CalTech geochemist Clair Patterson came up with an estimate for Earth's age that still holds today.
Mood Ring Color Chart: Decoding the Colors and Emotions
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Decode your feelings with our ultimate mood ring color guide! Find out what your mood ring is trying to tell you – are you stressed, happy, or something else entirely.
How Pterosaurs Worked
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They were creatures of the air, but they aren't part of the avian family tree - and don't call them dinosaurs. What was life like for the pterosaurs, and what has sparked renewed interest in these flying reptiles?
Did the ancient Greeks get their ideas from the Africans?
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The ancient Greeks could have gotten all of their revolutionary ideas from civilizations in Africa. Learn about the ancient Greeks and ancient Greek ideas.
How the Terracotta Army Works
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The Terracotta Army was commissioned under Emperor Qin as protection for the afterlife. Learn why the Terracotta Army isn't as unique as it is massive.
Can You Match the Famous Piece of Art to Its Movement?
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For artists and art historians, there's one thing to know: Art is in a constant state of flux as movements come and go. See how well you know these movements across time by taking this quiz.
Can You Name the Historical Figure From a Legendary Fact About Them?
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Earth wouldn't be Earth without the epic people who do things like invent the internet, travel around the world in 80 days and yell, "Eureka!" Learn about the coolest accomplishments in history and try to match these historical figures to the legendary fact.