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10 Innovations in Hydropower
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People all over the world are working on turning this very ancient power source into an even more important modern one. And that means a lot more than dams.
How Juggling Works
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Juggling involves the repeated tossing and catching of three or more objects. Find out how juggling works and learn how to juggle multiple objects.
How Scanning Electron Microscopes Work
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Scanning electron microscopes give scientists an incredible level of magnification. Learn about scanning electron microscopes.
How the Taser Shotgun Shell Works
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The Taser shotgun shell is a small version of the Taser that can be loaded into a shotgun and fired. Learn about the Taser shotgun shell.
How can copper keep termites at bay?
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Termites can be a scourge on your house. How can copper keep termites at bay? Learn how copper might keep termites away in this article.
How MRSA Works
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MRSA, also called the superbug, is a bacterium becoming resistant to antibiotics. Read about treating MRSA infections and how MRSA can be controlled.
How Dryer Sheets Work
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How do dryer sheets help your clothes come out soft and static-free? Check out this article and learn all about dryer sheets and how they work.
What device did Douglas Engelbart invent?
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If this were trivia night, your team could probably summon this answer without breaking a sweat. But in true polymath style, Engelbart's signature invention is only part of his computer genius. Meet him.
How Landslides Work
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Landslides can be devastating, causing more damage than their triggers. Learn more about landslides and landslide causes.
How Organ Transplants Work
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Today, most organ transplants are relatively safe procedures. Learn about living and cadaverous organ donors and how organs are matched to recipients.