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What would nuclear winter be like?
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If the sight of a mushroom cloud burning above the horizon suggests that the nuclear weapon-equipped world might end with a bang, then nuclear winter presents the notion that post-World War III humanity might very well die with a whimper.
How Kryptonite Works
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Learn all about the radioactive mineral known as kryptonite.
NASA's 10 Greatest Achievements
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NASA's 10 greatest achievements range from technical feats to displays of human ingenuity. Learn about NASA's 10 greatest achievements.
How much does the average person eat in two years?
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How much does a person eat in two years? A trip to Mars is supposed to take six months to get there and six months to get back, and with perhaps a year spent on the planet, how much food would the ship have to carry for each person?
What if everyone on Earth jumped at the same time?
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The Earth is a pretty stalwart planet, having survived billions of years of punishment at the hands of asteroids and other cosmic bodies. But could it withstand more than 7 billion people jumping up and down in unison? Do we even want to find out?
How Auroras Work
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An aurora is a light phenomenon caused by solar winds interacting with the Earth's magnetic field. Learn more about auroras.
Can You Name All These Dragon Ball Z Characters On The First Try?
Everyone knows their favorite characters, but with well over one hundred characters, it can be pretty hard trying to pick a top three. And yes, we had a very hard time picking between Piccolo and Beerus! Luckily we won't do that to you. What we want to know is how many of these Dragon Ball Z characters you can name from just one photo.
Mercury Retrograde Explained: Dates, Effects, and How to Cope
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Mercury Retrograde is coming. Is your life about to turn upside down? Discover the dates you must know & how to avoid total disaster.
Was Lucifer an Archangel? Biblical and Literary Portrayals
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Lucifer, whose name means "light bearer," is one of the most complex and significant figures in Christian tradition. Originally a high-ranking angel created by God, Lucifer's fall from grace is a powerful narrative that has shaped religious and literary depictions of evil for centuries.
Why Don't We All Use the Same Time Zone?
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The world has only had time zones since the late 1800s. Some people think we should eliminate them and have just one universal time instead.