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How Whales Work
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Whales are some of the largest living things on the planet. Learn about whales and find out how whales are able to sleep and withstand the pressures of the ocean.
How Roller Coasters Work
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They don't have engines, brakes or accelerators. No, these amazing machines rely on physical, centripetal and gravitational forces to urge thrills, screams and that sinking stomach feeling we all love (and hate). Read more about the science of fun.
NASA's 10 Greatest Achievements
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NASA's 10 greatest achievements range from technical feats to displays of human ingenuity. Learn about NASA's 10 greatest achievements.
How Google Loon Works
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Google's Project Loon is intended to make Internet access available everywhere. Learn more about Project Loon at HowStuffWorks.
Vincent van Gogh Final Paintings
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Vincent van Gogh completed nearly 80 paintings in two months in Auvers-sur-Oise before committing suicide. Learn about the works of Vincent van Gogh.
How Wind Tunnels Work
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Wind tunnels are the unsung heroes of aerodynamics, leading to safer planes, cars and space vehicles. Learn how wind tunnels work.
10 Outrageous Experiments Conducted on Humans
Some truly bizarre and troubling things have been done through the ages in the quest for scientific knowledge. The 10 experiments on this list all made humans into lab rats.
Ultimate Guide to 'Cars'
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'Cars,' which is about a NASCAR-style race car, is the latest Pixar animated film. Go behind the scenes with the director of the movie, John Lasseter.
How Brainwashing Works
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Brainwashing is the attempt to change the thoughts and beliefs of another person against their will. Learn about the science behind brainwashing.
How Do Bacteria Reproduce?
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Bacteria are both friend and foe to humanity. They cause and cure health problems, make rotting food stink and give sourdough its delicious taste. Find out how these countless tiny microbes accomplish all of this and more.