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How the Moon Works
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The moon is the Earth's only natural satellite and the closest celestial object. Learn about the moon and some of the theories about the moon's origin.
10 Types of Study Bias
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We often think that if a drug has been studied by scientists and given a favorable outcome, then it must be safe and proven. But many kinds of biases can creep into a study, rendering it less than effective.
What are the odds there is life in outer space?
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Are we alone? Jodie Foster's character in "Contact" didn't think so, and neither do the scientists who've been listening for an extraterrestrial message for decades.
How would time travel affect life as we know it?
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Would time travel affect life in any significant way if it was at all possible? Find out if time travel would affect life in this article.
How Astrobiologists Work
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Astrobiologists apply the scientific method to questions once considered the purview of sci-fi fans. Learn about astrobiologists at HowStuffWorks.
How Gypsies Work
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Who are the gypsies? Movies and books often portray gypsies as fortune tellers and beggars, but what's the real story? Read about gypsies at HowStuffWorks.
How Zero Works
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You use the number zero all the time, but it may surprise you to learn that it sometimes isn't a number at all. It may surprise you even more to learn that it was all but invented. See what else surprises you about zero in this article.
10 Myths About Lightning
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There's a thunderstorm brewing with some serious lightning. Fortunately you're safe in your car because of its rubber wheels. Or are you? And let's not get started on your rubber-soled sneakers!
What's the difference between quartz and liquid crystal?
You may have heard about quartz and liquid crystal in reference to watches, but do you know what the difference is between quartz and liquid crystal?
5 Innovative Vacuum Cleaner Features
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Are you looking for information on innovative vacuum cleaner features? Check out 5 innovative vacuum cleaner features in this article.