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How Artificial Glaciers Are Hydrating the Himalayas
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Ice stupas are artificial glaciers that store frozen water to be used for hydrating crops in the driest stretches of the year in the high desert of Himalaya.
How Animal Migration Works
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Animal migration is crucial to the survival of that particular species of animal. Learn about animal migration and why animal migration is important.
Alaska's Kodiak Bear Is One of the Planet's Biggest
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Kodiak bears are some of the largest bears in the world and live only in the islands of the Kodiak Archipelago in Alaska.
How Carbon Capture Works
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We know that humans are largely responsible for fueling global warming with our carbon emissions. So what if we could seize all that carbon and squirrel it away in a safe place? Well, we can. It's just hard and really expensive.
How Exhaust Heat Recovery and Recirculation Works
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Exhaust heat recovery and recirculation technologies are made to maximize the efficiency of a vehicle's exhaust. Read about exhaust heat recovery on HowStuffWorks.
What Causes the Tectonic Plates to Move?
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Discover the origins of the continental drift theory and how scientists explain these geologic phenomena.
20 Animals That Start With 'I': From Irish Setters to Ivory Gulls
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There is a fascinating world of animals that start with "I." Some animal names are likely more familiar, like the mighty Indian elephant, while others are a little more obscure — looking at you, Iriomote cat.
How Environmental Organizations Work
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Environmental organizations all try to help in different ways. Learn about environmental organizations at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Match the Animal to Its Scientific Name?
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Scientific names aren't the easiest thing in the world to learn, but knowing them can be incredibly impressive and helpful, especially if you're a science fan. Come impress us by matching these animals to their binomial nomenclature.
Can Our Bodies 'Learn' to Withstand Frigid Temperatures?
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Many things play a role in how our bodies acclimate to super-cold temperatures, including our own habits, genetics and even brown fat.