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How Restaurant Pagers Work

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You've probably used a restaurant pager, but have you taken one apart? We have -- see how a restaurant pager works.

Millions of Phones Use GSM ... Meaning What, Exactly?

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If you travel internationally, Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) GSM is the only cellular service available. See how GSM works.

How Much Does a Semi Truck Weigh?

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So, how much does a semi truck weigh? We'll explore what a semi truck weighs and how weigh stations work.

How can water cut through steel?

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Waterjets are explained in this article. Learn about waterjets.

How Mars Odyssey Works

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Mars Odyssey is NASA's latest Mars spacecraft, and it's going to the red planet in search of water. Learn how this orbiter could pave the way for manned missions to Mars!

Are the Polar Ice Caps Melting Faster Than We Thought?

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The polar ice caps have been in the news recently because of their alleged shrinking due to global warming. How much would the oceans rise if the ice caps melted completely?

How do astronauts eat in space?

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Astronauts eat in space with the help of special contraptions and carefully packaged food. Learn more about how astronauts eat in space.

What's the Difference Between a Wallaby and a Kangaroo?

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Why Are There Dozens of Dead Animals Floating in Space?

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Neil Armstrong may have been the first man on the moon, but he wouldn't have gotten there without fruit flies, rhesus monkeys or a dog.

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