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Is There a Mathematical Formula for the 'Beer Goggles' Effect?
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As it turns out, beer is not the only factor in the 'beer goggles' effect. And scientists have come up with a fancy formula to prove it -- and let you calculate just how far off you are.
How Windshield Wipers Work
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What began as a hand-cranked system is now automatic, and only getting more so: Some windshield wipers can actually sense rain. Learn the mechanincs behind this essential automotive tool.
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.
What Is Streaming And How Does It Work?
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Streaming video and audio have come a very long way since it was first introduced in the 1990s. In fact, millions of people have gotten rid of cable and rely on streaming only for entertainment.
Can You Name These Soul Food Items If We Give You a Hint?
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Soul food tastes so good not only because it's seasoned, but also because it's made with love. See if you can name the foods in this type of cuisine from a single hint.
The Classic Porsche Quiz: Can You Name Them All?
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Porsche sure loves numbers! Most of their models only have a number as an identifier: 911 (no, it's not an emergency), 901, 550 and many more. Can you identify them from a single image?
Does a Criminal Conviction Bar You From Running for U.S. President?
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In the U.S., the bar for running for president is deliberately set low - only age and citizenship rules are written into the Constitution. Still, are there any laws that would bar a felon from running for the highest office in the land?
Can You Name The Christmas Movie From A Famous Quote?
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"SANTA!!! Oh my god!! ... I know him!" is just how this quiz begins. Only true fans of holiday entertainment can pass this quiz? Do you think you have a shot?
Tropical Rainforest Guide: How Rainforests Work
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Tropical rainforests are the most diverse ecosystems on Earth, and also the oldest. Today, tropical rainforests cover only 6 percent of the Earth's ground surface, but they are home to over half of the planet's plant and animal species.
How Concordes Work
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The only passenger plane that flies faster than the speed of sound, and can get from New York to London in less than four hours, is calling it quits. Learn how this amazing plane works.