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How does a Crookes' radiometer work?

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I once saw this device shaped like a light bulb. It had a vertical support inside it, and on that support there were four vanes with four diamonds on the end. One side of the diamond was black and the other was white. I did a little research and found out that it was called a Crookes' radiometer -- how does it work?

What is steel wool made of?

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Steel wool is made of aluminum, bronze or steel wires. Learn what steel wool is made of from this article.

Why is offshore drilling so controversial?

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The offshore drilling controversy is often simplified to the economy vs. the environment. Learn about the offshore drilling controversy.

5 Things to Consider When Building a Solar-powered Home

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While rebates and tax credits have put solar power within reach for many homeowners, it's still an expensive undertaking. How do you make sure you get your money's worth?

How to Find the Value of Old Books

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Finding the value of old books can sometimes be difficult. Visit HowStuffWorks for information on finding the value of old books.

A Short History of Napoleon, the Ambitious, Charismatic Emperor of France

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Statesman, military leader and Emperor of France, Napoleon Bonaparte was one of the most fascinating characters in European history and his height was the least of it.

7 Atrocities Soviet Dictator Joseph Stalin Committed

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Joseph Stalin ruled the Soviet Union through force, fear mongering and absolute tyranny. HowStuffWorks looks at seven of his worst acts of cruelty.

How Night Vision Works

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Most of us instinctively think of darkness as a way to hide. Night vision has changed all that. So, how can you see someone standing over 200 yards away on a pitch-black night? Find out.

How Voyager Works

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The Voyager program launched two unmanned probes into space. The Voyager spacecrafts captured amazing images and made incredible scientific discoveries.

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