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What causes a shark feeding frenzy?
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A shark feeding frenzy occurs when multiple sharks fight for the same prey. Find out how a shark feeding frenzy plays out in the wild.
Will we soon be extinct?
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A mass extinction on Earth is long overdue, according to population ecologists. Find out what Earth's fossil record may be telling us about our future.
Vasco da Gama, Portugal's Columbus, Is Just as Controversial
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Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama was a ruthless man determined to force his way into the lucrative spice routes of India. But without any valuable gifts to trade for the spices, the whole trip took a horrible turn.
When Is the Earth Going to End?
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The end of Earth will likely come about because of the sun in our solar system. This much you might already know, but we actually have an approximate date.
Andes Mountains: Home to Rainforests, Volcanoes and Alpacas
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The Andes mountains span over 4,300 miles along South America's western edge, traversing seven countries from Venezuela to Chile. Famous for its towering peaks like Aconcagua and ancient ruins such as Machu Picchu, the Andes are a captivating mix of natural wonders and historical treasures.
Can You Identify These Crystals and Gemstones?
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Crystals and gemstones are majestic things found in nature. Of course, they can be grown outside nature, but the most beautiful, rare and valuable ones come right from the earth. Think you can identify all of them? Take our quiz to find out which ones you can identify!
Desalination Plants: The Future of a Sustainable Water Supply
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Desalination is the process of removing the salt from seawater, which turns the water into fresh drinking water. Learn about desalination.
What Is the Chandler Wobble?
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The Chandler wobble is the change in the spin of Earth on its axis. Learn more about the Chandler wobble at HowStuffWorks.
What is carrageenan?
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I notice that most foods I eat have normal-sounding ingredients except one -- this stuff called "carrageenan." What is carrageenan?
Does a New Two-headed Shark Discovery Mean It's Time to Seriously Freak Out?
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What could cause a shark to have two heads? Learn more about the dicephalic mutation in this HowStuffWorks Now article.