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How Batteries Work
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Batteries power the appliances you use daily. Check out battery experiments, the history of batteries, battery reactions and the chemistry behind battery power.
How Dryer Sheets Work
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How do dryer sheets help your clothes come out soft and static-free? Check out this article and learn all about dryer sheets and how they work.
How Telecommuting Works
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Telecommuting is an attractive alternative to office work for many people. Learn all about telecommuting at HowStuffWorks.
10 Innovations in Winemaking
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People have been making (and drinking) wine for 8,000 years -- which means lots of innovations both now and in the past, from creating Champagne to quirky wine labels.
How much can you save by turning off the A/C?
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Turning off your A/C can save you money, but do you know how much? Learn how much can you save by turning off the A/C at HowStuffWorks.com.
5 Green Methods to Survive the Apocalypse
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The green movement isn't going to die just because the world ends. In fact, sustainable types might even have a leg up post-apocalypse. Here's how.
How Power Grid Works
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Power Grid is a board game in which players attempt to provide power to cities. Learn how the game of Power Grid Works at HowStuffWorks.
Should we be worried about the dead zone in the Gulf of Mexico?
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The Dead Zone is a vast area off the Gulf of Mexico, larger than several U.S. States, that is deadly to marine life. Learn more about the Dead Zone.
How Does a GFCI Outlet Work?
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In my bathroom there is a plug that has a "Test" and a "Reset" button. When I push the "Test" button, it cuts off the current to the outlet. What is this? How is it different from the fuse in the fuse box?
What is a passive house?
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What is a passive house? Find out what a passive house is in this article from HowStuffWorks.