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How Napalm Works

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Napalm is a fiery tactical weapon that can stick to targets like no other incendiary weapon. Learn how napalm is used in war and who has used it.

How 'Fight Quest' Works

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Fight Quest is a new Discovery Channel show in which two fighters travel the globe to learn local fighting styles. Learn about Fight Quest.

How Lunar Landings Work

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People around the world watched as Neil Armstrong touched the moon and declared, "That's one small step for man; one giant leap for mankind." But how did we put a man on the moon?

How Avalanches Work

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Learn how avalanches form, how long you can stay alive while buried under an avalanche and what steps you can take to survive.

10 Fastest Things in the Universe

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We're about to power through some of the speediest stuff this universe - both in the real world and in fiction - has to offer.

How No-fly Zones Work

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No-fly zones are employed by NATO and the United Nations to protect civilian populations. Learn about the enforcement and effectiveness of no-fly zones.

What Is a Drone?

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They're the stuff of headlines, often characterized as evil in the sky. But what are drones and how do they get off the ground and fly?

How Telescopes Work

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For centuries, curious observers have probed the heavens with the aid of telescopes. Today, both amateur and professional scopes magnify images in a variety of ways.

How Your Kidneys Work

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The kidneys perform several important tasks. Learn about kidney processes and how the kidneys maintain water volume and balance and regulate blood composition.

How the Apollo Spacecraft Worked

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The Apollo program was initiated with the goal of landing a man on the moon. What was the spacecraft that helped make this giant leap for mankind?

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