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How the U.S. Draft Works
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While the U.S. has no draft currently, it does require military registration via the Selective Service System. What does that mean and what would happen if a draft was reinstated?
How Fluorescent Lamps Work
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You see fluorescent lighting all over the place -- in offices, homes, stores, dressing rooms. But there's a certain mystery to it. Find out what's going on inside these glowing tubes!
How Airlines Work
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How did the guy in the next seat pay less for a ticket than you did? Explore how airlines work, how ticket prices are set and more.
How Venus Flytraps Work
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Plants that eat other creatures? It sounds like a genetic experiment gone awry. But there's actually nothing unnatural about it; carnivorous plants have been around for millions of years.
How Viruses Work
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Influenza, Ebola and COVID-19 are all viruses. Find out what a virus does to your body and how to decrease your chance of exposure.
How Naming the Continents Works
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The names of the continents are well known but their origins are rather hazy. Learn about the names of the continents and where they come from.
Egg Donation Overview
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Egg donation is one option for women or couples with fertility problems. Learn about egg donation and find out what it takes to be an egg donor.
How does a new product go through the prototyping process?
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A prototype is used to help get an product from an idea into the final stage. Learn more about how a prototype is made.
Creating a Living Will
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A living will serves a crucial role in your health care planning. Learn what a living will is, how to get a living will and what a health care proxy is.
How to Prepare Wooden Furniture for Refinishing
Refinishing furniture isn't just a matter of removing one finish and slapping on another; it also involves preparation of the stripped wood. Preparing the wood takes both time and elbow grease, but it's vital to the success of your refinishing job; the finish is only as good as the preparation for it.