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Do Fish Get Thirsty?
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They're swimming in water all day so how could they ever get thirsty? The answer might surprise you.
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?
Why Is the U.S. Dollar the World's Currency?
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Around the world, people convert their money into U.S. dollars, making it the de facto global currency. But how did the U.S. dollar become so mighty?
Flyting Words: The Medieval Origins of the Insult Rap Battle
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Flyting, which was essentially a verbal contest of poetic abuse, was public entertainment in the 15th and 16th centuries. Think of it as the rap battle of medieval times.
What Does Russia's Partial Military Mobilization Mean?
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President Vladimir Putin ordered a partial mobilization in Russia during an address to the nation. What does that mean for citizens there and in Ukraine?
Earth's 20 Quadrillion Ants Outweigh All Wild Birds and Mammals, Combined
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Estimating ant numbers and mass provides an important baseline from which to monitor ant populations amid worrying environmental changes.
Rating Calorie-Control Diets For Seniors
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Some of the most popular calorie-control diets for seniors include Jenny Craig and Nutrisystem. Because of the number of choices available, it can be difficult to find which diets are safe. Read more about these and other calorie-control diets.
How Refrigerators Work
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Without the refrigerator, you'd be salting your meat, tossing leftovers and drinking everything warm. Examine the inner workings of this food-preservation icon.
How Laser Printers Work
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Laser printers are fast, precise and inkless. So how do the words get there? How can a laser beam write on paper? Read about laser printer technology.
How Newsgroups Work
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Newsgroups allow public discussion from remote locations. Learn about newsgroups lingo, the newsgroup process, where to find newsgroups and how to start newsgroups.