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What's Oil Shale?
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Oil shale is just one unconventional oil source that's being researched. Learn how oil shale could save the day when - and if - we hit peak oil in the U.S.
Siberia's Batagaika Crater Just Keeps Growing, and That's Not Good
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It's known as the "Gateway to Hell" and while it might not actually get you there, what it will unleash if it keeps thawing could truly be hellish.
How Is Maple Syrup Made?
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You love the taste of it on your flapjacks, but just how do they make maple syrup?
The Land Down Under: The Australian Geography Quiz
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You may already know that the Australian continent includes the Australian mainland and nearby islands, but how well-versed are you in some of the finer details of its geography? Test your knowledge of the "land down under" with this Australian geography quiz.
How Do Fossils Form? A Journey Through Time
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What is a fossil? How do they form?
Here's Why Pokemon Types Matter Even More Than Leveling
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If you have been playing the re-released Fire Red and Leaf Green, you already know that understanding Pokémon types can make or break a battle. Every matchup in the Pokémon games hinges on a hidden math problem within the type chart.
The Perfect Length for a Pop Song
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Why are most radio songs between three and four minutes? Learn the science and psychology behind pop song length at HowStuffWorks Now.
Exploring the Outer Planets of the Solar System
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Explore the mysteries of the outer planets: Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. Dive deep into their atmospheres, moons, and unique phenomena.
Will the U.S. Ever Run Out of Telephone Numbers?
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The list of usable phone numbers runs into the billions, but the number is not infinite. So, what happens if we run out?
What Is a Group of Swans Called? Not a Flock
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A group of swans goes by more than one name, and the right word depends on what the birds are doing. The question "what is a group of swans called" sounds simple, but English loves options, especially when birds get involved.