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How Salt Works
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Not only do we need to consume salt, we also need it for a variety of nonfood uses. But if it's so important, why do health organizations recommend that we closely watch our intake? Apparently, there can be too much of a good thing. Learn what happens when we overload on salt or get too little of it.
Nutty Putty Cave: Before and After the Tragic Death of John Jones
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Nutty Putty Cave, near Salt Lake City, Utah, was discovered in 1960 and sealed up forever in 2009. But why?
How Tattoos Work
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Tattoos decorate the body with ink injected into the skin. Learn about creating tattoos, from sterilizing tattoo equipment to finding a tattoo parlor.
The Engine Quiz for Dummies
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Turn the key and go is fine until you turn the key and it doesn't go. Not sure what's going on under your hood? Take this quiz to see what you know and learn some new things along the way. We bet you know more than you think!
Hearing Aid Basics
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Hearing aids are small electronic devices that amplify sound and help restore sound to the hearing impaired. Find out how hearing aids work.
Try Your Best to Pass This Life Skills Test
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Do you know the difference between CPR and the Heimlich maneuver? Have you ever been pulled over? And where in the world does a stamp go? Test your wits and see if you can pass this life skills quiz.
How Liquefied Petroleum Gas Works
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You probably know it as the stuff that fuels a gas grill or a Zippo lighter, but that's just the beginning. People are modifying cars to run on the stuff. Learn all about liquefied petroleum gas.
26 Home Remedies for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
There are a number of home remedies for carpal tunnel syndrome that can relieve the aching pain. Learn about home remedies for CTS.
How Sci-fi Doesn't Work
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Learn how sci-fi doesn't work in some popular movies and TV shows.
10 Cool Tools
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Unlike the hammers and chisels collecting cobwebs in garages everywhere, these high-tech tools have worked on everything from revolving water slides to boxing robots.