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Hedwig Kohn: The Physics of Determination
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Hedwig Kohn left Nazi Germany for the U.S. in 1940 and became a leading physicist. HowStuffWorks looks at her extraordinary life.
Can you hold your pee so long your bladder ruptures?
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Could holding your pee for a long time have serious consequences? Find out if holding your pee too long can cause your bladder to rupture.
Did a Russian lake flash-freeze a herd of horses?
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Horses are powerful and strong, but are they any match for the freezing cold? Learn if a lake can flash-freeze a herd of horses at HowStuffWorks.
Dangers of Food Additives
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The dangers of food additives are many, and these chemicals are prevalent in today's foods. Learn about the potential dangers of food additives.
Why do sweet and salty taste so good together?
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Sugar and salt combined in the right proportions can turn a snack into a perfect treat. Find out why this combination is so alluring.
Is morality located in the brain?
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Is morality located in the brain? The concept of morality and the field of neuroscience are overlapping in MRI. Find out if morality is found in the brain.
Is there really water on Mars?
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Photographs have recently shown that there may be water on Mars. Find out if there's water on Mars and what that could mean for life on Mars.
How China's Pollution Sniffers Work
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Air pollution in China has spurred the training of air pollution sniffers to detect toxic gas. Read more about air pollution detection through smell.
Did the Mayan civilization end because of climate change?
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Over the years, many theories have been advanced about why the once-mighty Mayan civilization fell. But a newer one is getting attention: Was it because of climate change?
How to Become an Astronaut
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Like a firefighter or a rock star, an astronaut is one of those jobs kids say they want to have when they grow up. If you're still serious, we can tell you what it takes.