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Emergency Vehicles: Can You Identify More Than 30?
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We all know about fire trucks, police cars and ambulances, but what about the other emergency vehicles? Put your wits to the test and see if you can name more than 30 of these emergency vehicles.
How Seat Belts Work
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Seat belts save thousands of lives each year. How can a piece of fabric end up being the difference between life and death? What does a seat belt actually do? Learn how seat belts react in a crash.
How do you make clear ice cubes?
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How do I make clear ice like they have in restaurants?
How Washing Machines Work
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A washing machine is actually an amazing device once you get inside. Learn about the agitator, the pumps, the controller and much more!
How Do Boats Float? A Look at How Boats Made of Steel Float
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Displacement of water is what allows a boat to float on the water, but how does it work? Find out how displacement allows a steel boat to float in water.
Railroad Expansion
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The railroad expansion of the middle and late 1800s changed America forever. Read more about the westward expansion of railroads.
What Would Your Job in the Marines Be?
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The United States Marine Corps is a major part of the Navy which has a reputation for only admitting the elite. That being said, if you were accepted, what job would you have?
What's the best way to increase horsepower?
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Increasing horsepower in your car's engine can be as easy as changing the ROM chip in the computer. Learn about the ways to increase horsepower.
How Automobile Ignition Systems Work
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The ignition system brings your car's engine and subsystems together. Learn about the parts of your ignition system and innovations in ignition systems.
Can You Name Every Car Part in This Quiz?
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A mind-boggling number of parts go into every vehicle to make it run. Toyota estimates that number somewhere along the lines of 30,000, but that includes the nuts and bolts. How many of those parts do you feel comfortable being able to identify? We promise, no "where does this bolt go?" questions!