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The Lemon Shark Is a (Relatively) Friendly Shark
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The lemon shark isn't as aggressive as some other sharks and it isn't quite as yellow as its name suggests.
Skim Milk: Natural Weight-Loss Foods
Milk is nicknamed "nature's most perfect food." Learn about skim milk, weight loss, high-protein foods, and healthy diets.
How to Change Careers When You're Middle-aged
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How to change jobs when you're middle-aged is explained in this article. Check out HowStuffWorks.com to learn more about how to change jobs when you're middle-aged.
Do men and women have different brains?
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Do men and women have different brains, or are gender stereotypes based on our environments? Learn if men and women have different brains.
How Hurricanes Work
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How often have you watched a weather forecaster point to a spiral-shaped cloudy mass with a sense of dread and fascination? What fuels these ferocious storms?
How a Block and Tackle Works
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A fascinating article that describes how a block and tackle (as well as levers and gears) works!
How Biofilm Works
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Biofilms form when single microorganisms attach to a hydrated surface and undergo a "lifestyle switch." Learn about biofilms in this article.
Is There a Mathematical Formula for the 'Beer Goggles' Effect?
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As it turns out, beer is not the only factor in the 'beer goggles' effect. And scientists have come up with a fancy formula to prove it -- and let you calculate just how far off you are.
New Coconut-eating, Tree-dwelling Giant Rat Species Discovered
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What is the new mammal Uromys vika? Learn more about the newly discovered tree rat in this HowStuffWorks article.
How Gas Lanterns Work
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Whether you're out camping or in the midst of a power outage, gas lanterns are handy devices. Did you know they're radioactive? Find out how these lanterns produce light.