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What Is an Isotope?

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You don't need to be a fan of chemistry to appreciate isotopes. They affect geology and medicine, too.

Could Planting 1 Trillion Trees Counteract Climate Change?

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Many scientists say that the response to climate change will require planting new trees. A whole lot of them.

The Tarantula Is Big and Hairy But Not So Scary

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Tarantulas are the largest spiders in the world and, believe it or not, some can live for up to 30 years.

The Rise and Fall of the Oregon Trail

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Hundreds of thousands of emigrants traveled the 2,170-mile Oregon Trail. HowStuffWorks looks at what they endured in their search of a better life.

Male Breast Cancer Is Rare, But Real

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HowStuffWorks finds out why men get breast cancer, what the symptoms are and how it is treated.

Susan B. Anthony: Suffragist, Abolitionist and Renegade

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Susan B. Anthony's legacy is her tireless work for women's voting rights. But there's more to her story. HowStuffWorks tell her life past suffragette.

What Exactly Is a Personal Loan?

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HowStuffWorks wants to know exactly what a personal loan is, who can get one and if it's a good idea.

7 Common Reasons People Apply for Personal Loans

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Lenders don't ask your reason for wanting a personal loan. HowStuffWorks takes a look at some typical motivations.

Do All Scottish Families Have a Tartan?

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The kilt is synonymous with Scotland, but does that mean everyone with a Scottish surname has his or her own tartan?

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