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How the Physics of Football Works
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There's a reason why some passes miss their target, and others land right in the receiver's hands -- it's physics! Take a look at the game from a whole new angle.
Why are shoes so expensive?
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Ever wonder why shoes are so expensive? Sticker shock doesn't apply just to cars. Find out some reasons why shoes are so expensive.
Is This How Ant-Man Controls His Ants?
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Scientists changed the behavior of ants so that they performed different roles than their nature normally allows. Read about this cool ant experiment.
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How Occam's Razor Works
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Occam's Razor is a line of reasoning that says the simplest answer is often correct. Learn about how we investigate the universe with Occam's Razor.
'Tree-niner-fife': The Global Language of Pilots
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Pilots on international flights use aviation English, a stripped-down, specialized version of the language, to communicate with air traffic controllers.
How Hair Dye Turns Your Hair That Great Shade of Pink or Purple
Whether you want pink or silver or jet black hair, the BrainStuff team explains how hair dye works to give you your color of choice in this video.
You Can Read Scrambled Words — Under Certain Conditions
Yuo cna raed thsi rgiht? Probably, but that doesn't mean a popular internet meme on the topic is totally accurate.
How Financial Aid for Joint Degree Programs Works
Financial aid for joint degree programs applies to students wishing to pursue two majors at the same time. Learn about financial aid for joint degree programs.
How Solar Cooking Works
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If you've ever seen a kid frying ants with a magnifying glass, you know that the concentrated power of the sun can create great heat. But what if that heat were applied to something a bit more productive -- something like cooking food?