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How a Nuclear Meltdown Works
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Nuclear meltdowns can be scary, but it's important to understand what causes them. Learn about how nuclear meltdowns work.
How Near-death Experiences Work
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Near-death experiences (NDEs) are seemingly supernatural events that some people have when they're at the brink of death. Find out who typically has them and how people have tried to explain them.
How Lunar Rovers Work
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Lunar rovers have increased our knowledge of the moon by letting us travel long distances. See what's next for lunar rovers and how they've changed.
How the Terracotta Army Works
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The Terracotta Army was commissioned under Emperor Qin as protection for the afterlife. Learn why the Terracotta Army isn't as unique as it is massive.
How Reincarnation Works
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Reincarnation is the concept that the soul, or some aspect of the soul, is reborn into new lives. Learn about the concept of reincarnation in Eastern religion.
How LARP Works
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If you've ever come across costumed people with mock weapons covered in duct tape, then you've probably seen some LARPers. Learn what they were doing.
How Wasps Work
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Though wasps offer useful services to the environment, wasps also inflict great pain on victims. Learn why wasps are amazing, and disturbing, insects.
How Plasma Converters Work
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Plasma converters generate electricity for our homes by burning trash. Learn about plasma converters and see pictures of plasma converters plants.
Why are sloths so slow?
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Sloths move slowly mostly because of their vegetarian diet. Learn why sloths move slowly and how their anatomy supports such lethargy.
How American Exceptionalism Works
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'American Exceptionalism' is a term that's been used both positively and negatively. Find out the meanings of American Exceptionalism at HowStuffWorks.