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Doodle a Yankee: The July 4th Quiz
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It's time to show off your independence! And your patriotic knowledge about the Declaration of Independence, fireworks and hot dogs. Let's hear it for more pomp and less circumstance!
Distance Formula: Finding the Distance Between Two Points
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You can find the distance between two points by using the distance formula. It's an application of the Pythagorean theorem. Remember that from high school algebra?
Why Not All Insurrections in the U.S. Are the Same
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For enslaved Americans, insurrection was often the only path to freedom. Are we misusing the term today?
How the Phonograph Revolutionized Sound Recording
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The phonograph transformed audio recording, leaving a lasting impact on how we capture and preserve sound. Learn about the invention's history and evolution.
How the Pneumatic Tire Keeps the Our World Going 'Round
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The pneumatic tire revolutionized transportation and a number of other industries that rely on air-cushioned rubber tires.
Portland Cement: A Concrete History With Structural Integrity
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Invented in 1824, Portland cement remains prominent in modern construction. Learn about the hydraulic binder's raw materials and applications.
The Origins of the Steamship
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Steamships quickly replaced sails in the early 1800s. Learn more about the origins of steamships and the innovations that led to their creation.
What is clean coal technology?
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Clean coal reduces the harmful emissions caused by the burning of fossil fuels. Learn about the development of clean coal and the uses for clean coal technology.
How Voodoo (Vodou) Works
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If asked to describe Voodoo, many people would mention pin-filled dolls, zombies and spirit possessions. Explore the Voodoo religion and find out if the stereotypes about it are true.
Creature Effects Makeup: An Interview with Matt Rose and Chad Waters
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Monsters, monkeys, and freaks oh my! Step behind the scenes and onto the backlots of Hollywood with two of the movie industry's most prolific and talented creature effects artists, Matt Rose and Chad Waters. In this exclusive interview with Matt and Chad, HowStuffWorks learns their opinion on the future of special effects makeup as well as some creature effects movie tricks.