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Differences Between Rational and Irrational Numbers
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Rational numbers can be expressed as the ratio of two integers, while irrational numbers, such as square roots of non-square numbers, cannot.
Is There a Scientific Strategy for Finding a Good Parking Spot?
HowStuffWorks talks with some scientists to find out whether to drive around until you find a close parking spot or take the first thing you see.
10 Women Who Broke New Ground in Engineering
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One of the most travelled stretches of U.S. highway was designed by a woman who loved mathematics and wasn't interested in being a teacher. Who was she, and where is it?
1964-1967 Ford GT
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The 1964-1967 Ford GT was an underrated but ultimately winning entry in the international racing scene. Read how it happened and see stunning photos.
What Does the Term 'Six Degrees of Separation' Mean?
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It's seeped into movies and popular culture, but what does "six degrees of separation" really mean? Are we really that connected to each other?
Which Jurassic Park Character Are You?
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While there have been a number of sequels, everyone knows the first "Jurassic Park" movie, based on Michael Crichton's novel, is the original and best. Which character from it are you most like?
What Is Pi?
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Whether the circle is as big as planet Mars or as small as a tennis ball, the ratio of its circumference divided by its diameter will always equal pi (3.14). But why?
How Alan Turing and His Test Became AI Legend
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First published in 1950, the Turing Test was designed to determine whether a computer would ever be able to successfully imitate a human being. So what's the state of it now?
How Galileo Fought the Catholic Church and Became the First Superstar ScientistÂÂ
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Galileo Galilei made breakthroughs in physics and astronomy. Along the way, he fought for intellectual freedom and became the first celebrity scientist.
True Stories of How 'A Wrinkle in Time' Inspired Female Scientists
HowStuffWorks talks to three modern-day 'Megs' to find out how they were inspired by the book 'A Wrinkle in Time.'