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The Ultimate Death Quiz
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The Grim Reaper is a personification of death that has been invented and refined over the years to help humans make sense of their own mortality. How much do you know about your own mortality? You can't cheat death, and you can't cheat on this quiz about death, either. So sharpen your scythe and get started.
Why Do Electrical Prongs Have Holes in Them?
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If you unplug any appliance in your house, there's a 98 percent chance than the two flat prongs have holes in them. Find out the reasons for these holes.
Michelangelo
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Michelangelo was a sculptor, painter, and architect. See detailed images of art by Michelangelo, including David and the Sistine Chapel ceiling.
How Much Butter Is in Peanut Butter?
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Aaaah ... peanut butter. For some, it's a staple food. But how much butter is there in a tablespoon of the stuff?
How Dishwashers Work
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Dishwashers have become a staple in just about every kitchen. Find out how a dishwasher works from the inside out and get tips on buying a dishwasher.
How Shaving Works
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Shaving is a ritual that a large percentage of men partake in on a daily basis. Find out how and why shaving is so important.
10 Innovations That Led to the Modern Bullet
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Firearms get the historical spotlight, but what about the projectiles they hurl at insane speeds? Here are the innovations that gave rise to modern ammunition. Think of it as 10 rounds of ammo info.
How Walkie-talkies Work
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Walkie-talkies have been used for decades to communicate in situations where other options won't do the trick. Learn how walkie-talkies work.
How That Creamy Chocolate Is Made
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Chocolate comes from the equatorial cacao tree's unassuming cocoa beans. Learn the steps from tree to table as cocoa beans become sumptuous chocolate.
What do you call the symbol used in e-mail addresses?
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What do you call the @ symbol used in e-mail addresses?