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Diving Deep Into the World of Saturation Diving

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Saturation diving hinges on the idea that the dissolved gases in our blood and body tissues match those in our lungs. This deep-sea exploration method allows divers to work at extreme depths without constantly surfacing. Learn how it works.

Experts Divided on Whether Fidget Spinners Help Kids With ADHD

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Some experts see benefits for children with ADHD, but scientific evidence remains short. HowStuffWorks looks at fidget spinners and kids with ADHD.

Moths Are Mother Nature's Secret Pollinators

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Bees get a lot of credit for pollinating important food crops, but they get a lot of secret help from their nocturnal friends, the moths.

What Makes a Scent Soothing?

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Why do most of us start relaxing as soon as we smell lavender or vanilla? Is it the memories they conjure up or is there a chemical reason?

Are Plastic-eating Enzymes Our Planet's Only Hope?

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Two bacterial enzymes degrade PET plastics and could potentially be a solution to Earth's massive waste problem. HowStuffWorks looks at the science.

Dog Bowls Are Breeding Grounds For Bacteria

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A small study found that dog bowls, especially ceramic and plastic bowls, breed E. coli, salmonella and MRSA. HowStuffWorks looks at the findings.

Can people regrow teeth?

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What can alligators teach humans to replace even more lost teeth? Find out all about the science behind regrowing teeth at HowStuffWorks.

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.

Will we learn to live without sleep?

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It's likely that humans will evolve to need more sleep. Find out if we will learn to live without sleep at HowStuffWorks.

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