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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.
Do animals have personalities?
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Do animals have personalities? Pet owners would answer with a resounding yes. Find out how scientists would answer, "Do animals have personalities?"
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!
10 Home Remedies for Genital Herpes
Genital herpes is not life threatening, but the sores it produces can certainly be painful. HowStuffWorks gives 10 home remedies for genital herpes.
How Brain Mapping Works
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Brain mapping attempts to provide a complete picture of the brain's structure. Learn how brain mapping works and why it's such a scientific breakthrough.
What if a plane landed in San Francisco at the same time there was a big earthquake?
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If a plane landed in an earthquake an number of things could happen. Find out what would happen if a plane landed in an earthquake in San Francisco.
Scientists Use LiDAR to Discover Massive Lost Mayan City
LiDAR made it possible to discover the remains of a massive Maya settlement hidden for centuries. HowStuffWorks looks at the technology.
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.
Burmese Python: How the Invasive Species Affects Ecosystems
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The Burmese python is a solitary and nocturnal creature, but it's become an invasive species in Florida as a result of the exotic pet trade.
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Questions and Answers
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These polycystic ovarian syndrome questions and answers will help you understand the condition. Learn about polycystic ovarian syndrome.