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How SpaceShipOne Works
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It's launch time for the first privately funded space flight. In the course of battle for the X Prize, a group called Scaled Composites has built and tested SpaceShipOne, a sub-orbital spacecraft intended to carry tourists on the ride of their life. Learn all about the craft.
Which Australian Animal Is Your Spirit Animal?
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Embark on a "down under" trip with us to find out more about your soul, personality and how you perceive life. You've got an Australian spirit animal that's waiting for you on the other side, and it's about time you meet them with this personality quiz!
How Artificial Hearts Work
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On July 2, 2001, heart failure patients gained new hope, as surgeons performed the first artificial heart transplant in nearly two decades. The AbioCor Implantable Replacement Heart is the first completely self-contained artificial heart and is expected to at least double the life expectancy of patients.
Frog Anatomy: A Simple Breakdown of How Frog Bodies Work
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Frogs might seem simple, but under the skin, they're biological marvels. When you dig into frog anatomy, you’ll find structures that support a life both in water and on land. That duality makes them excellent subjects for comparing vertebrate systems—including our own.
Can you build a better chair?
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No really, can you? Sure, there are lots of chairs out there. Some rock. Some roll. Some recline. Some remain so crazy modern that we're afraid to direct our keisters onto their serious coolness. How you would change this staple of sedentary life?
Can You Answer These Basic Bible Questions Every Catholic Should Know?
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Calling all Catholics! Do you think you know your faith enough to dive deeper into its main guide of life -- the Bible? Put your knowledge to the test, and see if you can answer some of the most basic Bible questions we listed here. Godspeed!
7 Best Anime Games: Beyond Your Average Gotcha Game
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From epic battles to fantasy worlds, anime has inspired some of the most thrilling video games around. Whether you're a longtime anime fan or new to the genre, the best anime games bring popular manga and anime series to life with intense gameplay and familiar faces.
What Is an SSD and How Does It Work?
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We know your digital life is important to you - all those apps, files, photos, and music. But here's the 50-million-dollar question: Is a solid-state drive (SSD) or a hard disk drive (HDD) the right technology for the job? What is an SSD, exactly? Read on to find out!
How Computer Mice Work
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The mouse might just be the computer user's best friend. Every day of your computing life, you reach out for your mouse whenever you want to move your cursor or activate something. Learn how this human-machine interface translates your movements into digital data.
How Much Do You Know About Forensic Science?
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Forensics -- it's a staple of TV crime shows and thriller movies. But how much of what you've seen on the screen is realistic? We've designed a quiz on real-life forensics that'll put your knowledge to the test. Duck under the yellow tape and give it a try!