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Harlow, Harry Frederick
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Harry Frederick Harlow was a psychologist who contributed to our knowledge of psychology . Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about Harry Frederick Harlow.
How Ebola Works
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Ebola has killed thousands in Africa since it first broke in 1975. And it's back again. HowStuffWorks looks at the virus and the science to stop it.
11 of the Cutest Animals — And Why Humans Love Them
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What makes an animal cute? In a 2016 article published in "Trends in Cognitive Sciences," researchers found that cuteness plays an important role in the infant-caregiver relationship. The world's cutest animals have features that tug on their parents' heartstrings (and increase their brain activity).
Did Humans Evolve From Monkeys? Human Evolution Explained
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Since Charles Darwin published the theory of evolution by means of natural selection, myths and misinterpretations have eroded public understanding of his ideas. Ready to take another look at one of the related questions that just won't die?
What Is the Atacama Skeleton, and Why Is It So Controversial?
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The Atacama skeleton has sparked intense controversy and, based on its appearance, speculation of alien origin since its discovery in 2003. But what is the real story behind this little skeleton?
10 Physical Human Traits That Evolution Has Made Obsolete
In Charles Darwin's book On the Origin of Species, he referred to a number of "vestiges" in human anatomy that he posited are remnants left over from the course of our species' development over time. Darwin suggested that these vestigial organs are evidence of evolution and represent functions that were once necessary for our survival, but [...] The post 10 Physical Human Traits That Evolution Has Made Obsolete appeared first on Goliath.
Why do gorillas build new nests every night?
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Gorilla nests are the temporary 'beds' these apes build every night to sleep in. Learn why scientists use gorilla nests to track the species.
Mysterious Taxonomy: The Cryptids Quiz
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They lurk in the dark woods, the deep lakes, the uncharted oceans, the shadows of an old barn or a deserted city street - cryptids, creatures that defy categorization and sometimes logic. Identify these 30 cryptids based on their descriptions.
The Animal Kingdom Trivia Quiz
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So, you love everything there is about the animal kingdom, do you? Well, let's see if you know some of these amazing facts! They will surely test you...
Bronze Age Burial Sites Suggest Women Spread Culture More Than Men
In ancient central Europe, how did culture spread among groups? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks article.