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Can You Answer All of These Texas Trivia Questions Without Any Hints?
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There's a lot more to Texas than BBQ, cowboys, live music and the Alamo. From crazy hot summers to bluebonnet flowers and the best rodeos in the world, Texas has lots to be proud of. But how much do you know about it? Take the quiz and see!
15 of the Largest Fish in Oceans, Lakes and Rivers
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Exploring the vast waters of our planet reveals some of the most awe-inspiring (or terrifying!) giants of the aquatic world. From the immense depths of the ocean to sprawling lakes and winding rivers, the largest fish represent the most enormous extant species in their habitats.
How Soda Fountains Work
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Soda fountains once dispensed pure carbonated water that could be mixed with hundreds of flavors. Learn more about the history of soda fountains.
12 Music Genres That No Longer Exist
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These days music fans don't necessarily care about what genre the music they enjoy falls into but this wasn't always the case. There was a time where much of your identity was tied to the music you listened to. Case in point: the rock vs. disco debate that dominated the late 1970s. Throughout the past 50 years [...] The post 12 Music Genres That No Longer Exist appeared first on Goliath.
Sci-Fi Movies That Are Actually Scientifically Accurate
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The term "science fiction" gives writers an outlet to break the rules a bit and tell stories that revolve around scientific theories and concerns without necessarily having to worry about accuracy. Indeed, there have been many sci-fi movies that totally ignore how science works (we've even compiled a list of the worst offenders), which is fine [...] The post Sci-Fi Movies That Are Actually Scientifically Accurate appeared first on Goliath.
How Nuclear Bombs Work
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Nine countries hold the 13,000 nuclear weapons in the global stockpile. That's less than during the Cold War but it doesn't change the fact that these bombs are still a threat to global humanity. So how do they work and are we close to nuclear war?
What Are the 17 Symptoms of PTSD?
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Post-traumatic stress disorder was first described by a doctor treating patients during the Civil War. Learn about post-traumatic stress disorder.
How Reincarnation Works
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Reincarnation is the concept that the soul, or some aspect of the soul, is reborn into new lives. Learn about the concept of reincarnation in Eastern religion.
What happens when animals evolve in isolation?
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Speciation events are when members of the same species separate until they are no longer able to reproduce with each other. Learn more about speciation events.
Can You Identify All of These Animals That Begin With the Letter 'A'?
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As always, any acceptable attempt at accomplishing an absolute achievement amuses all around. That's a lot of A's! If you have it in you to do a few more, let's see you name all these "A" animals!