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How Black Holes Work
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A black hole occurs when a massive star dies -- its enormous mass implodes and becomes so heavy that it bends space. So how do astronomers detect something that they can't see?
Do the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans Mix?
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The waters of the Atlantic and Pacific oceans meet at the tip of Cape Horn and never the two shall mix, right?
Worldwide Droughts Uncover Ancient Relics, Ruins and Remains
Here are six surprises that were uncovered around the globe when the heat rose and the water receded.
How Do Chameleons Change Color? And Why?
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Chameleons change color whenever they feel agitated, exhilarated, threatened or excited. OK, but how?
New Technology Revives Tarnished Daguerreotype Ghosts
Scientists have found a means of restoring daguerreotypes degraded by time. HowStuffWorks looks at the new technology.
Medical Schools Have Come a Long Way From Grave Robbing to Get Cadavers
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Doctors need to cut open dead bodies to learn anatomy, but where do they get them?
How Hot Is the Sun? Colder, the Closer You Get!
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How hot is the sun, and why does this star's atmosphere hit higher temperatures than its core? Read on to learn about the weird physics.
15 Largest Cities in Florida by Population (No. 1 Isn't Miami)
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Florida is one of the most populous states in the United States. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 23.4 million people call Florida home. With its sandy beaches, mix of cultures and diverse ecosystems, there are many reasons people gravitate toward the Sunshine State.
Emergence of Hunger Stones Signals Worst European Drought in 500 Years
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Hunger stones in European rivers mark droughts that lead to famines. What does their reappearance now mean for the health of the European economy?
Can You Really Make Yourself Invisible?
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If you're one of those people who chooses invisibility as your desired superpower, it could mean you have a dark side.