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22 Astronomical Events to Look Out for in 2023
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Head's up, stargazers! Mark your calendars for the 22 must-see events this year.
Are fluorescent bulbs really more efficient than normal light bulbs?
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You might have heard that fluorescent bulbs are supposed to be more efficient than normal light bulbs, but is this really the case?
How Fluorescent Lamps Work
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You see fluorescent lighting all over the place -- in offices, homes, stores, dressing rooms. But there's a certain mystery to it. Find out what's going on inside these glowing tubes!
Why Ice Usually Freezes Cloudy, Not Clear
Ice cubes usually look cloudy and opaque in the middle, despite the fact that water is clear. What's the deal?
88 Constellation Names (and 24 You Can Only See From the Northern Hemisphere)
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The night sky has been mapped and studied for thousands of years, with constellations serving as guides for navigation, storytelling and scientific observation. The International Astronomical Union officially recognizes 88 modern constellations, each occupying a specific section of the celestial sphere. Some date back to ancient Greek constellations, while other constellation names were introduced in the modern era.
Why don't women have Adam's apples?
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Ever wonder why women don't have Adam's apples? The answer isn't as simple as you might think. Learn more about Adam's apples at HowStuffWorks.
Lightning Bug vs. Firefly: Regional Names for the Same Species
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They glow in the dark, they flit through summer evenings, and they’ve filled countless childhood mason jars. But why do some people call the glimmering flyer a lightning bug vs. firefly?
How Sunglasses Work
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Whether you're hitting the surf or the slopes or just spending a day on the lake, sunglasses are a must-have accessory. Find out if the $10 sunglasses are as good as the high-cost ones.
Inside a TV Remote Control
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A fascinating look inside a TV's remote control (including the printed circuit board)!
Get Ready for the Quadrantids, the First Meteor Shower of the New Year
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The Quadrantids are a short but powerful meteor shower that shows up in early January. How can you glimpse it?