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How the 'Alien' Xenomorph Works
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You've always wondered how the xenomorph in 'Alien' worked. Now it's time to go behind the scenes and meet the xenomorph in 'Alien.'
What is electroreception and how do sharks use it?
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Sharks use electroreception to locate prey. Learn how the elasmobranch family uses electroreception and what ions have to do with electroreception.
Joe Oros: Chief Designer of the 1965 Ford Mustang
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Ford Studio chief Joe Oros oversaw the design of the prototype that would become the 1965 Ford Mustang. Read his account of how it all happened.
Are we 10 years away from artificial life?
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Artificial life could exist as soon as 10 years from now, according to an Associated Press article published in 2007. Learn about artificial life.
Baby Bats Babble With Moms, Hinting at Human Language Development
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Scientists have found striking parallels between the babbling produced by these bat pups and that by human infants.
How LCD Projectors Work
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LCD projectors are great for playing movies on large screens. Find out what you need to know about LCD projectors and how they work.
Is gingivitis deadly?
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Is gingivitis deadly? Take a look as we break down the dangers of plaque and find out if gingivitis is deadly.
What does comprehensive auto insurance cover?
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What does comprehensive auto insurance cover? Learn about the protection you get when you buy comprehensive auto insurance.
NASA's Astronaut Beach House Is a Little-known Gem of Space History
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NASA's historic Beach House on Cape Canaveral is the last place many astronauts visit before they blast off into space. Today it's full of mission memories and NASA artifacts.
Horseshoe Crabs Endangered by Biomedical Bloodletting
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Horseshoe crabs are a valuable commodity to the biomedical industry, which is not helping their chances of survival. HowStuffWorks takes a look.