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Why do some clothing items have a tag saying to wash the item before wearing?

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Why do some clothing items have a tag saying to wash the clothing before wearing? Read this article on HowStuffWorks to learn your answer.

When buying gas appliances, why do you always have to specify whether you are using LPG or natural gas?

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Gas appliances are used in homes and business for purposes ranging from bathing to grilling food. But did you know that not all gas appliances use the same kind of gas? Find out the difference between LPG and natural gas appliances in this article.

Why do CDs reflect rainbow colors?

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Like soap bubbles and grease slicks, CDs reflect rainbow colors. What makes this happen?

What is an Internet cookie?

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I have heard about "cookies" and know they have something to do with my Internet browser. I also know that I can block cookies with some settings. What are cookies and why would I want to block them?

How do web conferencing programs work?

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Web conferencing programs are a growing trend among businesses of all sizes. Learn more about how web conferencing programs work at HowStuffWorks.

What is a tank engine, as in Thomas the Tank Engine?

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Thomas the Tank Engine is a merchandising phenomenon that includes small wooden train sets, video tapes, books, clothing, an official Web site and tons of fan sites. But wait, what exactly is a "tank engine" anyway?

How can children from the same parents look so different?

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How can children from the same parents look so different? I mean, why don't all kids from the same parents look exactly alike, since the parents just have one set of chromosomes each and they don't change?

Why does a mirror exchange left and right but not up and down?

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Imagine wearing a T-shirt with lettering on it while brushing your teeth. Why are the letters on the T-shirt reversed in the mirror, while your head appears right side up?

How can you measure the height of a tall tower?

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Is there an easy way to measure the height of a cell phone tower in my neighborhood?

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