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What is the function of the fan in a refrigerator?

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You refrigerator is already cold, right? So then, why does it need a fan? Find out in this article.

Why Was the Mad Hatter Mad?

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The expression 'mad as a hatter' predates the Mad Hatter in 'Alice in Wonderland.' So, where did the term come from?

You Have a Thermostat, But Do You Need a Hygrometer, Too?

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Hygrometers are used by many professionals to monitor levels of humidity in the air. So, do need one in your home?

What's the Biggest State in the U.S.A.?

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The United States is divided into 50 states, small and large. So which is the biggest state in the U.S.A.?

5 Most Expensive Coffee Types Found Around the World

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Coffee drinkers love their brew, but some cups come with jaw-dropping price tags. So what makes the most expensive coffee in the world so special? From animal-assisted processing to exotic growing regions, the most expensive coffees are prized for their rarity, flavor and the unusual ways they're made.

Can Flour Explode?

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Is flour inflammable? I heard that if you were to burn flour it would explode. If so, what is in flour that makes this happen?

What's a Tall Fashionista to Do?

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Why is it still so hard to find clothes as a tall woman? HowStuffWorks goes shopping to find out.

7 Facts About Socrates, the Enigmatic Greek Street Philosopher

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"The unexamined life," said Socrates, "is not worth living." So what was the life of this Athenian sage really like?

Why shouldn't I swim right after I eat?

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You've heard the saying for ages, but exactly why is it so dangerous to go swimming right after you eat?

Flemish Giant Rabbits Are Docile Snuggle Bunnies

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Flemish giants, also known as "Flemmies," make great pets, but the question is, how did they get so big?

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