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How Shrunken Heads Work

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If you think that shrinking a human head isn't possible, read on at HowStuffWorks for a frightening primer on the ritual and those that perform it.

How does my skin affect my overall health?

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How does my skin affect my overall health? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn more about how skin affects your overall health.

Earth's Magnetic North Pole Has Rapidly Shifted in the Past 40 Years

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Prior to the mid-1990s, the magnetic north pole traveled at speeds of around 9 miles per year. Now, it's 34 miles annually. What accounts for the acceleration?

How Octopuses Work

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The two centimeter male pillow octopus is dwarfed by his six-foot female pillow octopus mate. Learn more about the intriguing octopus.

How do scientists know what's inside dinosaur eggs?

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How do scientists know what's inside dinosaur eggs? Learn about the techniques used by scientists to examine the fossilized remains of dinosaur embryos.

How the Northern Lights Illuminate the Night Sky

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How does the aurora borealis (the Northern Lights) work? What causes it? Why can you only see it in the North? Are the myths about it producing sound true?

What's the deal with crocodile tears?

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Do crocodiles really have crocodile tears? Learn about crocodile tears and the history of the phrase.

How Tiger Sharks Work

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Tiger sharks are named for the dark spots and stripes that mark juveniles. Learn how tiger sharks are equally as ferocious as tigers.

How Naming the Continents Works

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The names of the continents are well known but their origins are rather hazy. Learn about the names of the continents and where they come from.

How long can a camel go without water?

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Camels store water effectively and can easily handle harsh desert conditions. Learn why camels store water, and how long they can go without water.

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