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How a Weather Balloon Works?

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Have you ever wondered how weather stations gather all of their data? Even though technology for predicting the weather has improved, simple weather balloons do a lot of the hard work every day.

How Tardigrades Work

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No, a tardigrade's not a type of time-traveling police box on "Doctor Who." It's an ancient water bear, of course!

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 the U.S. Draft Works

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While the U.S. has no draft currently, it does require military registration via the Selective Service System. What does that mean and what would happen if a draft was reinstated?

How the Gettysburg Address Worked

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Why is the Gettysburg Address deemed so important by the American school system? Learn about the meaning behind Lincoln's Gettysburg Address.

How Bounty Hunting Works

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Bounty hunting is an important part of the American justice system. Find out how bounty hunting works and see what a day in the life of a bounty hunter is like.

How Freezers Work

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Many freezers have features to prevent frost and digitally monitor temperatures, but the technology has been evolving for years. Learn about freezers.

10 Possible Solutions to Air Pollution

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Not only do cars produce a large portion of the world's pollution, but airplanes, boats, trucks, trains and buses also contribute to pollution. Is there one magic solution to pollution?

U.S. Pet Travel Laws Guide

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U.S. pet travel laws vary greatly depending on the mode of travel. Learn more about U.S. pet travel laws at Animal Planet.

How Hoarding Works

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Hoarding is a serious mental illness that is extremely hard to treat. Find out what we've learned about the disorder from HowStuffWorks.

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