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Can a TV be transparent?
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Can a TV be transparent? TVs seem to be getting thinner and thinner, but now they're see-through, too? Find out.
What Are Haptics on iPhone Devices and Why Do They Exist?
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Ever wonder how flat cell phone keys vibrate to let you know you've pressed a button? It's called haptics, and you can use it for lots more than just phones.
How to Prevent Soot Buildup in Your Car's Engine
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How are engine friction and gas mileage related? Learn how to prevent soot buildup in your car's engine at HowStuffWorks.
How the Ladybug Folds Its Giant Wings
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Researchers have captured the secret to how ladybugs tuck in their ginormous wings. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
3 Myths About Smartphone Batteries That Need to Die
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Will the battery in your smartphone run down if you leave it plugged in overnight? HowStuffWorks Now looks at some battery myths.
Chernobyl's Elephant's Foot Is a Toxic Mass of Corium
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The lava-like material that formed after the Chernobyl nuclear disaster is a deadly example of corium, a hazardous material created only after core meltdowns. Five minutes next to it can kill a human.
How Offshore Drilling Works
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Offshore drilling means combing Earth for new underwater oil reserves. Learn more about offshore drilling and finding oil in the midst of rough seas.
How Pet Psychics Work
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If you have pets, you may have wondered whether they know what you're thinking. Learn what pet psychics claim that they can do.
How Junk Food Works
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Junk food is a miracle of edible engineering. Learn about the history and science behind junk food.