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How Plague Works
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You may be familiar with the medieval "Black Plague," but did you know that bouts of plague still break out today? Find out what causes an outbreak, why plague still exists and how the plague has influenced history.
How Smell Works
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Smell is often our first response to dangers, such as fire and gas leaks. Learn more about the sense of smell and find out how the sense of smell works.
How Spoilers Work
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Is it possible - just maybe - that spoilers don't actually (spoiler!) spoil all the fun? Learn about a super fan's worst nightmare at HowStuffWorks.
How the Ozone Layer Works
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We hear about the ozone layer all the time. But, what is the ozone layer and what are the ozone layer's components?
How Nepotism Works
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Appointing family members to positions they may not have earned is criticized - but sometimes it's beneficial. Learn about nepotism at HowStuffWorks.
How Laser Weapons Work
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Laser weapons have been depicted in science fiction for years, but they do exist in real life. Learn more about laser weapons.
What Is the Singularity? And Should You Be Worried?
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The technological singularity happens when computers develop their own intelligence. Learn about the technological singularity.
How can adrenaline help you lift a 3,500-pound car?
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Adrenaline can give people superhuman strength in times of emergency. Learn about adrenaline and find out what gives you strength during an adrenaline rush.
Is Ethanol Bad for Your Car?
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Specially engineered Flexible Fuel Vehicles (FFVs) can tolerate an E85 mixture of gasoline and ethanol. But will ordinary cars and trucks be able to stand up to the new blend?
How Synesthesia Works
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Kanye West says he says sees music in color. Other people can hear words that make them taste a particular flavor, or they actually feel another person's pain. Welcome to the world of the synesthete. It's a stimulating one.