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Cosmogony

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Cosmogony, the study of the origin and development of the universe as a whole and of the individual bodies that compose it.

Common-law Marriage and Divorce Differ by State

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The archaic practice of common-law marriage still exists in a handful of states. HowStuffWorks finds out more about common-law marriage.

When Sound Makes You Sick

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There's growing evidence that sound can cause a range of health problems. HowStuffWorks looks at the science.

'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 Are Airplane Cabins Pressurized?

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Without the system that pumps unused air from an aircraft's engines into the cabin, passengers and crew would be unable to breathe at 30,000 feet. But how does that system work?

Ultra-processed Foods May Increase Inflammation, Chronic Disease Risk

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Many of us are well aware that ultra-processed foods are harmful for our health. Two new studies have shown that poor nutrition may not be the only resulting health problem.

Differences Between Rational and Irrational Numbers

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Rational numbers can be expressed as the ratio of two integers, while irrational numbers, such as square roots of non-square numbers, cannot.

How Do Ventilators Work? Why Are They So Critical for the COVID-19 Pandemic?

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Ventilators are a critical piece of equipment for coping with the COVID-19 pandemic, but how do they work?

Why the Korean War Still Matters

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The Korean War technically ended, but is still not over. HowStuffWorks looks at the war and why it's still important today.

Has the Dragon's Triangle Been Swallowing Up Ships for Centuries?

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The Dragon's Triangle is located in the Philippine Sea. Stuff They Don't Want You To Know looks at if it's been swallowing up ships for centuries.

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