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5 Improvements in Offshore Oil Drilling
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The explosion and fire that destroyed the Deepwater Horizon drilling rig in the Gulf of Mexico in April 2010 killed 11 crew members and triggered an environmental nightmare.
10 Science Toys Kids Will Love
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Kids who love science and math will want to get their hands on these super-fun games. See 10 science toys kids will love at HowStuffWorks.
How Tiger Sharks Work
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Tiger sharks are named for the dark spots and stripes that mark juveniles. Learn how tiger sharks are equally as ferocious as tigers.
How Aeroponics Works
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Aeroponics is a growing method that uses few natural resources, but few people know how aeroponics works. Learn how aeroponics works here.
How Light Pollution Works
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Light pollution is explained in this article. Learn about light pollution.
How Bug Spray Works
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Our world is full of insects, and our first response to seeing one is usually to reach for a can of spray to zap it. Is this good idea? What's in your typical can of bug spray? And, could it harm you, too?
How Drought Works
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What happens when the rains cease and water levels dry up precipitously? Everything from abundant grasses to apex predators suffers the consequences.
5 Reasons Parasites Are Beneficial to Earth
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You probably think all parasites are disgusting little critters, but that's not always the case. Several are actually critical to the planet.
Desalination Plants: The Future of a Sustainable Water Supply
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Desalination is the process of removing the salt from seawater, which turns the water into fresh drinking water. Learn about desalination.
Top 10 Ideas for Small Water Features
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We can't all install an Olympic-sized swimming pool in our backyards, but that doesn't mean water features are totally out of the question. How can you use a waterfall, rock pond or birdbath to help enhance your outdoor space?