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How China's Pollution Sniffers Work
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Air pollution in China has spurred the training of air pollution sniffers to detect toxic gas. Read more about air pollution detection through smell.
How Bloodstain Pattern Analysis Works
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Bloodstain pattern analysis is one method crime-scene investigators use to get the scene to tell a story. How and why does bloodstain pattern analysis work?
How YouTube Works
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YouTube is a community website that features all kinds of videos. Find out how YouTube works and learn about the features YouTube has to offer.
Do Video Games Cause Violence in Real Life?
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Entertainment media has always made a great scapegoat for bad behavior and violence. But is it legitimate? Do violent video games really lead to real-life violence?
How Real Transformers Work
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Transformers exist in real life, but they don't quite resemble the robots from the movie. Learn about real transformers and how these robots are used.
How Earthquake-resistant Buildings Work
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Sometimes it seems as though Earth has been hitting the caffeine a little too hard, with all the shakes from earthquakes. So, how do structures stand strong amid all those quakes?
Ultimate Guide to Hardwood Flooring
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If you want a surefire way to improve the look and value of your home, hardwood floors are the way to go. They're beautiful and environmentally friendly. Find out all about this sustainable floor choice.
How to Strip Stain From Wood
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Removing old finish from wooden furniture is a lengthy process, but knowing the proper techniques and professional shortcuts can save you time and money. Learn how to strip wooden furniture.
How E-learning Works
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E-learning has the ability to turn any computer into a classroom. Explore the dynamic world of e-learning!
How LAN Switches Work
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We wouldn't get very far without LAN switches -- bedlam would break loose at each network junction. Learn how LAN switches work.