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How Patents Work
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Patents protect inventions and intellectual property from being copied. Learn about the uses of patents, the history of patents and about intellectual property law.
How Dieting Works
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Dieting is a multibillion dollar industry in the United States, but it doesn't work for most people. The standard story is: Lose 20, gain 30. But there are healthy, effective ways to lose weight. Find out why most diets fail and what you can do to make yours work.
How Van de Graaff Generators Work
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Van de Graaff generators are famous for producing static electricity. Learn about Van de Graaff generators and find out why Van de Graaff generators were invented.
How Cameras Work
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Cameras and photography have transformed how we see the world. Learn about cameras, photography, how 35mm cameras work and about making a homemade camera.
Railroads During the Depression
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Railroads struggled during the Great Depression, as did the rest of the nation. Read about railroads of the Depression era and the New Deal.
How Spanglish Works
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A hybrid of English and Spanish known as Spanglish can be heard in many predominantly Hispanic areas as well as on TV and in movies. Learn where it came from and how it works.
How Windows Vista Works
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After lengthy delays, Microsoft has released the first version of Windows Vista, its latest operating system. Learn about its new features.
How Geniuses Work
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Without a doubt, Einstein was a genius. They're easy to spot, but it's difficult to explain exactly what makes a person a genius. Learn why.
How Sinkholes Work
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Sinkholes are much more than holes in the ground. Learn how sinkholes can cause the Earth to swallow up you, your home and your car.
How Sign Language Works
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Sign language has been used for centuries as a way to communicate with the deaf. Learn about sign language and see pictures of the sign language alphabet.