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How Rotoscoping Works
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Rotoscoping has helped bring movies to life, from dancing princesses to lightsabers. Find out how rotoscoping is used and how special effects have evolved.
What's the difference between quartz and liquid crystal?
You may have heard about quartz and liquid crystal in reference to watches, but do you know what the difference is between quartz and liquid crystal?
10 Reasons Why Space Exploration Matters to You
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Yes, we have some amazing inventions thanks to space exploration, and we're curious about life on other planets. But the cosmos also touches a deeper part of our psyches. Here are 10 reasons space exploration matters to you.
What Was Before the Big Bang?
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Before the big bang, the universe existed as an incredibly small singularity. Learn about what existed before the Big Bang.
Do biofuels compete with food?
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Do biofuels compete with food? Read about whether or not crops are going to vehicles to the detriment of our food supply.
How to Run Your House Solely on Solar Power
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Planning to run your house completely on solar power? It will cost you up front, but it could also pay you back big in the long run.
28 Industrial Revolution Inventions That Shaped Our World
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Many inventions during the Industrial Revolution caused Europeans and Americans to move from an agricultural economy to an industrial one and changed the world forever. What were the top 10?
How would time travel affect life as we know it?
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Would time travel affect life in any significant way if it was at all possible? Find out if time travel would affect life in this article.
10 Offbeat Things Humans Have Launched Into Space
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Humans have sent a variety of items into space, from movie memorabilia to sporting goods. Learn about 10 offbeat items that have launched into space.
How Much Does It Cost to Replace a Hybrid Battery?
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Hybrid battery cost depends on the model plus several other factors. Find out how much it costs to replace a hybrid battery pack.