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Does Turkey Make You Sleepy?
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Is there something in turkey that makes you sleepy? Learn why sleepiness is common after Thanksgiving dinner and how the amino acid tryptophan works.
How are Crayons and markers made?
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Crayola crayons have nurtured childhood creativity and remained safely edible for over 100 years. Now learn their story- how they originated in the 19th century, how they've changed, and we'll even tell you how old that familiar label is.
How Oscillating Sprinklers Work
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Every year, there comes a time to pull out the oscillating sprinklers. Ever wonder just what makes an oscillating sprinkler oscillate? Find out!
What Is Dynamite and How Does It Work?
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Alfred Nobel revolutionized several industries with his invention of dynamite. Learn more about how dynamite works and its controversial history.
St. John's Wort Overview
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St. John's wort and its effectiveness have been under consistent scrutiny. Many people have heard of the drug, but aren't sure what it is -- find out what's in it, what it's used for and what its side effects are.
How does a magnetic stripe on the back of a credit card work?
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Ever wondered how the mag stripe on the back of your credit card works? Find out how the mag stripe communicates information about your account.
Can I eat anything I want as long as I drink red wine?
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If you drink red wine, does that mean you can eat whatever you want? Learn how research indicates that drinking red wine can delay the aging process.
Are we on the brink of the flying car?
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A flying-car-style rescue vehicle called X-Hawk could be on the market as early as 2012. If it's successful, it could be the proof-of-concept that opens the doors to other flying cars still in the development stage but nearing marketability.
How can you train honeybees to sniff for bombs?
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Those same, buzzing insects that seek out molecular hints of the pollen they use to make honey can just as easily detect traces of materials used to bombs.
How Guitar Chordal Fills Work
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Chordal fills help make ordinary guitar chords sound unique and fascinating. Learn how to play chordal fills in this section.