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Electrolytes 101
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Electrolytes are formed by mineral salts and are dissolved by the fluids in our bodies. Read more about electrolytes and mineral salts.
Are cut flowers really bad for hospital rooms?
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Cut flowers are sometimes banned in hospitals for safety reasons. Find out whether there's any truth in the danger of bringing cut flowers into a hospita.
The History of Cola
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The history of cola is full of interesting tidbits and over one hundred years of facts. Learn all about the history of cola at HowStuffWorks.
Paintings by Georges Seurat
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Georges Seurat's pioneering, structural approach to painting came to be known as Neo-Impressionism. Learn about the life and career of Georges Seurat.
Paintings by Paul Gauguin
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Impressionist Paul Gauguin is most famous for his paintings of native life in Tahiti. Learn about the life and artwork of the painter Paul Gauguin.
4 Wild Ways Scientists Have Innovated With CRISPR
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CRISPR is the genius behind innovations that seemed impossible a decade ago. Could you grow tomatoes with the kick of hot sauce or ferment wine that doesn't cause a hangover? That's just two of the things scientists are looking into.
4 Signs You're Infected With a Parasite
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HowStuffWorks takes a deep dive into the world of human parasites and how you can tell if you might be infected with one.
Alligator Gar: 100 Million Years Old and Still Kicking
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The prehistoric looking alligator gar is sometimes referred to as a "living fossil" and, while it may look threatening, it's harmless to anything larger than itself.
Kava Is Natural and Legal, But Is It Safe?
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You may have heard of kava, or kava kava, and its calming effects, but how much do you know about its history and the risks associated with taking it?
What's Mutual Assured Destruction?
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Mutual assured destruction was the principle behind Cold War military strategy. Learn about mutual assured destruction and its violent implications.