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What is the future of supersonic flight?
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What is the future of supersonic flight? Learn more about the future of supersonic flight in this article.
The Driest Place on Earth: Chile's Atacama Desert
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The Atacama Desert, situated in northern Chile, is not just any ordinary arid region. Spanning over 600 miles (965 km) along the Pacific Coast of South America, it is one of the most extreme landscapes on the planet. Thanks to certain oceanic conditions, there are areas that have received zero rainfall throughout recorded history, making the Atacama Desert the driest place on Earth.
How Will We Colonize Other Planets?
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We've been cruising to and from the International Space Station since 2000. Isn't it about time we started moving on to other space destinations and establishing human outposts?
10 Plants Lost to History
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Are trees and shrubs as cute as pandas? As awe-inspiring as whales? Maybe not, but many are in danger of going the way of the dodo - just like countless leafy greens before them. Learn about some amazing plants we lost to history.
Is there really a 'calm before the storm'?
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Is there really a "calm before the storm"? Learn why it can feel eerily calm before the storm and what causes that calm before the storm.
10 Iconic Mountain Ranges in Europe
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Europe is a continent of dramatic elevations and scenic diversity, and the mountain ranges in Europe are a testament to that.
How Giant Oarfish Work
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Giant oarfish have surfaced everywhere from sailors' nightmares to Southern Cali. Learn more about giant oarfish at HowStuffWorks.
What makes beached whales explode?
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What makes beached whales explode? Find out what makes beached whales explode at HowStuffWorks.
Monkfish May Be Ugly, But They Sure Taste Delicious
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If you think monkfish looks a bit like a monster, we're right there with you. But there's also a reason this fish is known as the poor man's lobster. It tastes pretty frickin' delicious.
Can You Name All 40 of These Mammals?
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Calling all animal lovers! Do you know your mammals like a zoologist does? They're not all as cuddly as cats and dogs, but they're warm-blooded and hairy - even the dolphins! Prove your animal awareness with this merry mammal quiz!