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Do cows pollute as much as cars?
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Cow flatulence produces the greenhouse gas methane, which is linked to global warming. Find out how scientists are working to reduce cow flatulence in livestock.
How Eco-anxiety Works
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Eco-anxiety is a chronic concern over environmental issues. Learn about eco-anxiety a treatments for eco-anxiety.
What causes halitosis?
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Halitosis is a fancy term for bad breath -- no matter what you call it, no one wants it! Learn about halitosis and how to target what's causing bad breath.
5 Types of NASA Technology in Your Attic
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Want to see some cool NASA technology? Just look up. No, you don't need a telescope, but you might want to use a ladder. Not only has the space agency sent Americans to the moon, but it helped put some useful gear into your attic, as well.
Oak Ridge, Tennessee: America's Secret Atomic City
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The Manhattan Project built the city of Oak Ridge in rural Tennessee, where secret facilities produced uranium-235 for the atomic bomb.
How Smart Homes Work
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Smart homes connect all the devices and appliances in your home so they can talk to each other. See more about smart homes and their technology.
How Carbon Capture Works
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We know that humans are largely responsible for fueling global warming with our carbon emissions. So what if we could seize all that carbon and squirrel it away in a safe place? Well, we can. It's just hard and really expensive.
How Transistors Work
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The transistor moved the world from power-hungry vacuum tubes to portable solid-state electronics. Learn about transistors and how they changed electronics.
How Indoor Air Pollution Works
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Indoor air pollution can be up to 10 times worse than outdoor air pollution. Learn about indoor air pollution, its sources and its health effects.
10 Fictional Spacecraft We Wish Were Real
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In honor of Douglas Adams and galactic hitchhikers everywhere, we submit this list of 10 spacecraft that we hopelessly pine for. Mindboggingly beautiful!