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Pistol Shrimp: The Fastest Gun in the Sea
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The pistol shrimp is feared in the ocean for its ability to hit a prey with air bubbles that travel 82 feet per second, pop at 218 decibels and deliver 8,000 degrees Fahrenheit of heat.
How Alang Shipyard Works
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In this mass graveyard, workers dismantle 52,000-ton ships using simple hand tools. Why would anyone want to work at Alang? Is this place doing the world a service by recycling obsolete ships?
Can You ID These WWII Planes in Under 7 Minutes?
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Aviation history was made during the Second World War when aerial combat proved itself to be critical to warfare. Tens of thousands of planes took to the skies and made history. Think you can name them all? Strap in and show us what you got!
How Do the 5 U.S. Territories Differ From the 50 States?
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The United States still has five permanently populated territories. The 3.5 million residents are denied many of the same rights as mainland U.S. citizens. They want this to change.
Japanese Kamikazes: Heroic or Horrifying?
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Toward the end of World War II, the Japanese were desperate and turned to the ultimate death squad, suicide bombers. Were these men heroes or horrible war criminals?
What is Vitamin C?
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Vitamin C is a healthy part of any diet. Learn how vitamin C acts as an antioxidant vitamin.
What Is Water Boarding?
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Water boarding is a form of interrogation where water is repeatedly poured over someone's face. Learn about the technique of water boarding.
The Fierce Fashion History Quiz
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Dress has always been used as both a statement of belonging and individuality. But what were some of the earliest "fashions?" Journey through fashion history with this quiz at HowStuffWorks.
Why Is the Ocean Different Colors in Different Places?
Ocean water is not actually blue, but appears in different shades for many reasons.
How Sidewinder Missiles Work
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A Sidewinder missile weaves through the air toward an enemy target as if it has a mind of its own -- and in a way, it does. High-tech "smart weapons" take most of the guess work out of hitting a target. Find out how Sidewinders seek and destroy.