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How Atavisms Work
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Atavisms are traits that are left over from a distant evolutionary ancestor. Learn more about atavisms and the controversy surrounding atavism.
Could computers and robots become conscious? If so, what happens then?
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Could robots and computers become conscious? Artificial intelligence has advanced quickly. See if robots and computers can become conscious.
What Is the Atacama Skeleton, and Why Is It So Controversial?
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The Atacama skeleton has sparked intense controversy and, based on its appearance, speculation of alien origin since its discovery in 2003. But what is the real story behind this little skeleton?
How many words do dogs understand?
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Do dogs understand what you say to them? Unbelievably so, dogs may understand over 100 words. Learn more about dogs' understanding of words.
How can dolphins disarm sea mines?
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Can dolphins disarm sea mines? They may not disarm them, but they can certainly find them. Learn more about whether dolphins disarm sea mines.
What Do Pheromones Do to People and Animals?
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What are pheromones? Visit Discovery Health to learn what pheromones are.
10 Best Volunteer Activities in Retirement
What are some best volunteer activities in retirement? Learn about 10 Best Volunteer Activities in Retirement at HowStuffWorks.
How the Living Earth Simulator Will Work
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You may have noticed that our planet isn't terribly predictable. Could a German polymath and an unfathomable pile of data change that?
The Epic History of Werewolves
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Werewolves are popular creatures in folklore where a man changes into a wolf. Learn more about werewolves and find out where werewolves originated.
10 Oldest Known Diseases
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You won't find some of history's biggest killers on this list, but you will find at least one disease that will make you want to bite something and another that might make you break out in "elevated pustules." Curious yet?