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Does Earth Have Rings?
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Sure, Saturn's luminous rings are a cosmic marvel, but did you know that Earth once had rings? If we still had them today, what would they look like?
How to See the Spectacular Geminid Meteor Shower
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The Geminid meteor shower is one of the year's stronger displays in terms of number and size of meteors. When's the best time to see it?
Where Does Water Come From?
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Where does water come from? We know that water surrounds us, but have you ever wondered about its origins? Find out where water comes from.
How the Big Bang Theory Works
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The big bang theory is well-known, but there are many misconceptions about it. Like what? Let's start with this one: There was no bang.
Which gadget came first?
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Do you know which gadgets came first? Test your knowledge of gadgets in recent decades and see if you know which came first.
How a Sharknado Would Work
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It's hard to resist a movie where bloodthirsty beasts fall from the sky, especially if Ian Ziering stars! How might the science behind this B movie work?
What Does Space Smell Like?
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Surprisingly, the solar system isn't odorless - it has a distinct scent that some astronauts like and others think is stinky. So, what does it smell like and why?
How Surround Sound Works
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Learn about surround sound technology, get buying tips, read sound system reviews and compare prices and features on popular system models.
Corresponding Angles: A Fundamental Geometry Concept
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Corresponding angles are what you get when two parallel lines are crossed by a third line, creating angles that have the same relative position at each intersection. They're easy to find once you know what to look for.
How Dark Matter Works
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For decades, stargazing scientists have been facing their own darkness on the edge of town as they try to explain one of astronomy's greatest mysteries: dark matter. Have they been successful, or will the universe carry its secrets for a long time?