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What Does Mummification Have to Do With Gene Hackman?
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Ever wondered why some dead bodies last for thousands of years while others break down into dust? That's where the science of mummification comes in. Whether it's through ancient rituals, boggy swamps or some truly extreme self-imposed methods, mummified human remains give us an incredible look into history, biology and even chemistry.
How Animatronics Works
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Animatronics made cinematic history long before digital effects were around. Learn about how animatronics are created, programmed and controlled.
8 Native American Scientists You Should Know
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From astronauts to doctors to an archaeologist, we present eight scientists whose contributions to science, engineering and math were inseparable from their identities as Indigenous Americans.
How Satanic Panic Worked
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Satanic panic caused Americans to worry about cult movements intent on sacrificing children. Learn more about how satanic panic worked.
How does color therapy work?
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Are you wondering what color therapy is? Find out what color therapy is in this article.
Uses for Vinegar: Home Remedies
Vinegar has a long history of being the prescribed solution to a number of ailments, including scurvy, cholera, tonsillitis, and diphtheria. Learn more about the role vinegar plays with home remedies.
How Brainwashing Works
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Brainwashing is the attempt to change the thoughts and beliefs of another person against their will. Learn about the science behind brainwashing.
Nikola Tesla's Cat and Other Feline Fascinations
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If it wasn't for Nikola Tesla's cat, we might not have electricity. Part-Time Genius cohosts discuss this and other little-known cats in history.
How Embalming Works
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You may know that the ancient Egyptians used embalming in mummification. But they weren't the first to embalm their dead, nor were they the last. In fact, it's still being done today.
How Tetris Went From Soviet Mind Game to Smash Hit
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Tetris was developed during the Cold War by a puzzle-happy programmer working for the Russian Academy of Sciences. So how did this addictive game break free of the Iron Curtain?