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Planet Mercury: Fast, Pockmarked and Shrinking
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Mercury is the closest planet to the sun, and it's the smallest in the solar system. So why does it have longer days than we have on Earth?
How the Orion CEV Will Work
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NASA needs a vehicle capable of carrying crew and payloads to Earth orbit, the moon and Mars. Learn about the basics of the new crew exploration vehicle.
How Ramadan Works
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In Islam, Ramadan is the holiest time of the year. For a month, Muslims fast during daylight hours to show their devotion to Allah. Find out more about Ramadan.
How Plasma Cutters Work
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The metal used to construct buildings resists all sorts of damage, making it a very reliable material -- and very difficult to manipulate into the appropriate form. Enter the plasma cutter. Learn all about the amazing device that cuts through metal like a knife through warm butter.
Is it OK for babies to watch TV?
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Baby TV watching may do more harm than good, according to a recent study. Find out why baby TV watching may slow a child's mental development.
Can a planet float on water?
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The floating planet theory states that a planet that is light enough should be able to float on water. Learn about the floating planet theory.
How PC Power Supplies Work
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The power supply in your PC provides all the different voltages your computer needs to operate properly. Find out how it puts the pieces together and troubleshoot your power supply problems.
Mineral Body Wraps
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Mineral body wraps are great skin therapies. Learn about how mineral body wraps work at HowStuffWorks.
Sun Rash
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Sun rash is an irritating yet preventable condition. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about sun rash.
How to Spot a Cancerous Mole
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Want to know how to spot a cancerous mole? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn more about spotting a cancerous mole.