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Tiny Underwater Snails Fly Through Water Using Same Physics as Winged Insects
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A new look at the sea butterfly snail reveals a surprising case of convergent evolution. Learn more in this HowStuffWorksNow article.
What Does It Mean to 'Take It With a Grain of Salt'?
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Take it with a grain of salt means to be skeptical about something. But where does the phrase come from?
Why Flies Prefer Honey to Vinegar
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HowStuffWorks finds out the scientific reason you catch more flies with honey than vinegar and where the sour taste receptor for flies lives.
Why do people avoid stepping on cracks?
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Generations of pedestrians have avoided stepping on cracks to prevent their poor mothers' backs from being broken. Is there a reason for this practice?
Why Some Animals Eat Rocks to Aid in Digestion
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Gastroliths, or "stomach stones," are found in animals from chickens to sea lions. But what are they for?
Brace Yourself: Bananas Are Berries, Strawberries Aren't
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If bananas are berries and strawberries aren't, what in the world is a berry anyway? HowStuffWorks digs.
What Type of Girl Are You?
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Ladies all fall into one of the many different categories of girls, but the question is, which one are you? Take this quiz if you would like to find out!
Are You Naturally Charming?
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Charm is one of those things that you either have or you don't. It is one of those things that you just can't force. Are you naturally charming?
Can We Guess Your Ideal Man Based on These 30 Questions?
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Finding an ideal mate can be difficult. This is because there is a limited supply of men and a perfect man is a narrow band. Can we guess your ideal man?
What Kind of Ear Piercing Should You Get?
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Getting a piercing is a decision that you can't take back, because even if it closes up, you'll still have a little scar. That's why we're here to help you choose something you'll be proud of forever!