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What Does 'BPA Free' Mean and Why Does It Matter?
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The chemical BPA (bisphenol-a) often found in consumer goods, may be linked to human health problems. Learn more about BPA in polycarbonate plastics.
How does groundwater level affect your development plans?
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Most of the water we drink and use is groundwater coming from rain or snow that has collected in the ground. The groundwater level on your land can impact the type of house, complex or well you're planning to build. We'll show you how.
Is it greener to renovate or rebuild?
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Is it greener to renovate a home or to build a new one from scratch? It depends on your individual situation, and each has its own advantages.
How Agroforestry Works
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Agroforestry promotes the integration of landscape with livestock. Learn more about agroforestry at HowStuffWorks.
Half-Life Formula: Components and Applications
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In nuclear physics, the concept of half-life plays a crucial role in understanding the decay of radioactive substances. Scientists use the half-life formula in other disciplines to predict the rate of decay, as well as measure the age of ancient artifacts through carbon dating.
How Automotive Warning Lights Work
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Automotive warning lights signal a number of problems. Learn more about automotive warning lights at HowStuffWorks.
What Is Asphalt Made Of?
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If you think asphalt is what hot tar roads are made of, you'd be wrong. Asphalt is only one ingredient in the recipe that makes up our roads. And it has a very long, very interesting history.
How Carbon Footprints Work
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While actual footprints measure size, weight and speed, carbon footprints measure how much carbon dioxide (CO2) we produce in our daily lives. Do you know how big your carbon footprint is?
How Xeriscaping Works
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Xeriscaping can help keep a lush, green landscape from succumbing to drought and turning into a yellow wasteland. Learn about Xeriscaping.
Are habits inherited?
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Could your ancestors be to blame for your overeating or excess spending? Learn if there's some weight to this suggestion at HowStuffWorks.