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How Does a Thermocouple Work?
If your gas water heater keeps going out, or your gas oven won't heat, you may want to learn how to test the thermocouple on the gas valve. But how does a thermocouple work? Read this article to find out!
Is Jaywalking Still a Crime?
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The history of jaywalking is probably way more complex than you'd expect. Criminalizing crossing the street has roots in the auto industry, class wars and even racism.
Even the Smartest Mathematicians Can't Solve the Collatz Conjecture
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The Collatz conjecture can be worked on by 9-year-old math whizzes, but it's flummoxed some of the greatest minds of the past century. Will it ever be solved?
Blue-ringed Octopus: Tiny, Deadly and Antisocial
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Looks can be deceiving. That's definitely true for the blue-ringed octopus. It's tiny, stunningly beautiful and looks harmless. Yet its venom could kill 26 men in minutes.
How does a CB radio antenna work?
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How does a CB radio antenna work? Why does it have to be tuned? How do you tune it properly?
1965 Mercer Cobra
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The 1965 Mercer Cobra was designed by Virgil Exner to showcase the possibilities of copper in auto design. Explore this Cobra's fascinating features.
Scorpio Personality: October 23 - November 21
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Scorpio is the eighth sign of the astrological year and is known by its astrological symbol, the Scorpion. Learn about Scorpio personality traits.
Scientists Spot Light From Behind a Black Hole for the First Time Ever
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Scientists have observed flashes of X-rays coming from behind a supermassive black hole, consistent with Albert Einstein's prediction that extremely large objects can bend light.
Millennials Are Making Birthday Cards a Thing Again
HowStuffWorks looks at the greeting card industry and why millennials like to give and receive birthday cards.
Coyote vs. Fox Traits: Which Wild Animal Is Bigger?
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When it comes to wild canines, coyote vs. fox identification can be tricky. At first glance, both coyotes and foxes may look similar with their bushy tails and pointed ears. But these two animals have plenty of key differences, including size, behavior, habitat and even how they hunt.