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Top 5 Things You Should Know (But Don't) about Mitral Valve Prolapse
Mitral valve prolapse can lead to blood leaking in the heart where it's not supposed to. Learn what you need to know about mitral valve prolapse.
How Smartphones Work
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Smartphones blur the line between cell phones and PDAs. Learn the details of smartphones, read cell phones and PDA reviews and see our buying guide.
How Narco States Work
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Narco states are places where illegal drugs are openly traded with governmental approval. Learn all about narco states.
10 Historically Pivotal Murders
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Few crimes can change history more than murder. Learn which historically pivotal murders sent shock waves through the public psyche at HowStuffWorks.
How Alcatraz Worked
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Alcatraz was built to house the worst criminals and said to be impossible to escape. See pictures of Alcatraz and go inside Alcatraz prison to meet its inmates.
How Salt Works
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Not only do we need to consume salt, we also need it for a variety of nonfood uses. But if it's so important, why do health organizations recommend that we closely watch our intake? Apparently, there can be too much of a good thing. Learn what happens when we overload on salt or get too little of it.
How Fire Sprinkler Systems Work
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Did you know that a fire sprinkler system is designed to be triggered by extremely high heat? Learn all about how a fire sprinkler system works.
How Maps Work
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A map is a type of language, a graphic way of representing information, whether it's to show population density or tell you how to get from Point A to Point B. Here's how they're made.
10 Pieces of Disaster Safety Advice You Should Ignore
There are certain steps you should take to protect yourself, your family and your home during a disaster. These are not those steps.
How Camp X Worked
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The history of the secret spy training school may be overlooked, but Camp X played a vital role in intelligence gathering during World War II.