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Chernobyl's Elephant's Foot Is a Toxic Mass of Corium
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The lava-like material that formed after the Chernobyl nuclear disaster is a deadly example of corium, a hazardous material created only after core meltdowns. Five minutes next to it can kill a human.
Intricate Ice Caves in Antarctica May Harbor Unique Life
On the surface, Antarctica may seem like a barren landscape. But underneath, in massive ice caves, life may be abundant.
8 Super Cool Genetic Mutations Found In Humans
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Genetic mutations are the instrument by which nature adds new variations to life. If the mutations give rise to advantageous traits, they get passed down through successive generations and can spread throughout the entire population of a species. Evolution just wouldn't be possible without mutations springing up now and again to bestow new attributes on [...] The post 8 Super Cool Genetic Mutations Found In Humans appeared first on Goliath.
10 Reasons That Aliens Probably Exist
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Whether or not we are alone in the universe is one of life's greatest mysteries. On Earth we find ourselves in the "Goldilocks Zone," which means that conditions are just right for hosting life, but we have discovered other Earth-like planets deep in space, as well as planets that are thought to have water (which [...] The post 10 Reasons That Aliens Probably Exist appeared first on Goliath.
Mark Cuban Wants to Solve the U.S. Prescription Drug Price Crisis
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The billionaire business owner launched an online pharmacy in March with drug prices slashed. But is the model poised to disrupt America's prescription drug business?
Should You Turn Your Heat Down When You're Not Home?
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As you leave home on a winter morning, you may wonder whether to turn off your heat, turn it down or let it maintain a cozy temperature. Which will save the most energy and money? The answer might surprise you.
5 Essential Vintage Items for Your Closet
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What vintage items do you have in your closet? Check out these 5 essential vintage items from HowStuffWorks.
How can we speed up plastic photodegradation?
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Sunlight can break plastic down but not very fast. Is there a way to speed up the process so that natural environments like this one aren't cluttered with plastic debris for centuries?
How Speed Limiters Work
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You can probably guess what a speed limiter does by its name alone. But how do speed limiters actually work, and why would you want one?
How Does a Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) System Work?
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How does a positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system work? Read about PCV systems and how they keep your car running at HowStuffWorks.