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How Does a Silencer Work?

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How in the world can a gun silencer work? How can you possibly take an explosive noise that can damage your hearing and turn it into a little "ffft" sound?

10 Coolest Wine-related Jobs

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If working with wine is your ultimate dream, there are a number of ways in. From making the wine to working the fields, we'll tell you about the 10 coolest jobs.

Inside a Tennis Ball Launcher

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Tennis ball launchers can help you practice your swing, but how do they work? See these inside a tennis ball launcher pictures to find out.

10 Innovations That Led to the Modern Bullet

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Firearms get the historical spotlight, but what about the projectiles they hurl at insane speeds? Here are the innovations that gave rise to modern ammunition. Think of it as 10 rounds of ammo info.

What's Oil Shale?

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Oil shale is just one unconventional oil source that's being researched. Learn how oil shale could save the day when - and if - we hit peak oil in the U.S.

Can the President Control Gas Prices?

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Gas prices are notoriously volatile. Does the president have any control over how much you pay at the pump?

How are Crayons and markers made?

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Crayola crayons have nurtured childhood creativity and remained safely edible for over 100 years. Now learn their story- how they originated in the 19th century, how they've changed, and we'll even tell you how old that familiar label is.

Why are gas prices declining?

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What causes gas prices to drop in the fall of 2006? Learn what economic factors can cause a drop in gas prices.

Oil Sands: Energy Evolution and Environmental Concerns

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Oil sands are a mixture of clay, sand and water with a small amount of bitumen. Learn about oil sands, find out how energy intensive it is to refine oil sands.

How does oil speculation raise gas prices?

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Oil speculation can raise gas prices in an unstable market, but how does this happen exactly? Find out why oil speculation can raise gas prices.

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