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How Absolute Value Works in Equations and Graphs
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Absolute value is a mathematical concept often used in conjunction with a number line or graph to represent the relative value from zero (modulus). To illustrate this idea in a different way, the absolute value of a number can be closely related to distance in the physical world.
The Albatross Soars Over Thousands of Miles of Open Ocean
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The albatross is one of nature's most impressive flyers, soaring effortlessly over the ocean for days or weeks at a time, often without flapping its wings for hours. These majestic seabirds are built for gliding across vast distances as they search for food and connect distant parts of the world.
How the Hum Works
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Hummmmmm. Annoyed yet? Imagine if you heard that sound every night no matter what you did. Likened to a diesel engine idling in the distance, the Hum is a sound some people can never get away from. It's even caused suicide. But is it real?
How to Use the Rate of Change Formula in Math and Physics
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Do you need to calculate the rate at which something changes over time? Whether it's the change in the x-value over the change in the y-value of a line on a graph, or the distance travelled by a car over the course of an hour-long drive, you'll need a rate of change formula.
Could I see a flashlight beam from Earth on the moon?
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If I was on the moon and the earth was black (no lights were on) and a flashlight was turned on facing the moon, would I see the light? If I couldn't, would there be any way to detect any residual matter that came from the light on Earth or does light die after a certain distance?
How does my device's accelerometer know how far I ran on the treadmill?
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An accelerometer on your gadget can tell you how far you've run on a treadmill. Want to know how? Find out how accelerometers know how far you've ran.
The Longest Flight in the World Takes Almost 19 Hours
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If you've traveled between the Americas to Europe or Asia, you're probably familiar with some of the longest nonstop flights available. These commercial flight routes across the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans can easily take over 10 hours to complete, but what is the longest flight in the world?
8 Most Dangerous Jellyfish and 1 Stinging Imposter
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While swarm of jellies may look serene, you're best off keeping your distance. A sting from the most dangerous jellyfish on Earth can be deadly. Even when we're not looking at the most dangerous, many jellyfish species have venomous stings that can cause everything from mild discomfort to serious pain.
How Taxi Meters Work
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Knowing how a taxi meter and taxi fares work can help you to be sure that you're treated fairly. Read about taxi meters at HowStuffWorks.
Twinkle, Twinkle: The Ultimate Stars Quiz
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Stars are giant nuclear fusion reactors, and we wouldn't exist without them. Find out how much you know about these twinkling lights with our quiz.