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12 New Technologies in the 1980s
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If you lived through the 1980s, then you know it was an amazing time for technology. Learn about '80s technology and popular consumer products of the day.
How Multitasking Works
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You may think you're skilled at 'multitasking,' but chances are you aren't working on two things at the same time. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
Is morality located in the brain?
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Is morality located in the brain? The concept of morality and the field of neuroscience are overlapping in MRI. Find out if morality is found in the brain.
Did the Mayan civilization end because of climate change?
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Over the years, many theories have been advanced about why the once-mighty Mayan civilization fell. But a newer one is getting attention: Was it because of climate change?
Can You Name the Historical Figure From a Legendary Fact About Them?
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Earth wouldn't be Earth without the epic people who do things like invent the internet, travel around the world in 80 days and yell, "Eureka!" Learn about the coolest accomplishments in history and try to match these historical figures to the legendary fact.
Why Do We Have Leap Years?
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Leap years only come around once every four years. So, why are they so rare and who decided we need them anyway?
How Code Breakers Work
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Code breakers are people who use logic and intuition in order to uncover secret information. Learn more about code breakers and how code breakers work.
How Nicotine Works
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Smoking or chewing tobacco makes many people feel good, even mildly euphoric. It's the nicotine that produces the buzz. Find out how nicotine affects the human body and what makes it so addictive.
Are patent trolls smothering innovation?
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Are patent trolls smothering innovation? Learn about the effects patent trolls can have on innovation at HowStuffWorks.
How Spray-on Solar Panels Work
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Spray-on solar panels could change the way we think about solar power. Learn all about spray-on solar panels at HowStuffWorks.