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How Archaeology Works

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Archaeology is the study of ancient civilizations and human remains, such as buildings, art or trash. Learn about archaeology and archaeologists.

How Jellyfish Work

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Although jellyfish have been around for over 650 million years, they're stil very mysterious. Learn the basics and the jellyfish life cycle.

How Spontaneous Human Combustion Works

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Ever heard of a person going up in flames for no reason at all? Find out what spontaneous human combustion means.

Understanding the Conception Process

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Understanding the conception process can be helpful in getting pregnant. Visit HowStuffWorks to gain an understanding of the conception process.

10 Impossible-to-kill Plants

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Anyone who complains about having a brown thumb may simply be choosing the wrong plants to grow. Some plants are exceedingly sensitive and temperamental. But there are some plants that even the worst gardener would have a hard time getting rid of.

What Countries Use the Imperial System?

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Most of the world uses the metric system for everyday measurements, but only three countries in the world use the imperial system as their official system of measurement.

5 Anti-aging Supplements That Really Work

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Do anti-aging supplements really work? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn about 5 anti-aging supplements that really do work.

How Faraday Cages Work

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Thanks to the Faraday cage, we can control electricity and make it safer for our computers, cars and other inventions.

Do You Really Stay Conscious After Being Decapitated?

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Decapitation is a surefire way to deliver a quick and painless death, right? In actuality, an increasingly large body of historical and scientific evidence suggests that beheading doesn't, in fact, deliver instant death.

Who Invented the First Computer?

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This person of diverse interests also invented the cowcatcher device for trains and held a distinguished mathematics professorship at the University of Cambridge.

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