Search Results | billion

Your search for "billion" returned 2,156 results

4 Facts About Phosphate, the Chemical Compound That's Everywhere

science.howstuffworks.com/phosphate.htm

You might wonder what phosphates do, but they are so intrinsic to our daily lives that the question really is: What don't phosphates do?

10 K-pop Girl Groups Taking the Scene by Storm

entertainment.howstuffworks.com/kpop-girl-groups.htm

The K-pop girl groups taking over the world right now aren't just topping charts; they're redefining what it means to be a global pop act.

How Smart Windows Work

home.howstuffworks.com/home-improvement/construction/green/smart-window.htm

With energy bills on the rise, homeowners are looking for new ways to use less power around the house. A cutting-edge window technology called the "smart window" allows consumers to fully or partially block light by turning a knob or pressing a button.

How Payday Loans Work

money.howstuffworks.com/personal-finance/banking/payday-loans.htm

Payday loans are short-term, high-interest loans which can be very easy to get. Learn about how payday loans work at HowStuffWorks.

How Wolfram|Alpha Works

computer.howstuffworks.com/internet/basics/wolfram-alpha.htm

Wolfram Alpha is one of the newer search engines on the block. See what makes Wolfram Alpha unique and find out of Wolfram Alpha will kill Google.

How Monopoly Works

entertainment.howstuffworks.com/leisure/brain-games/monopoly.htm

Monopoly is one of the world's most popular board games with a storied history. But how do you even win this long game of monopolizing money?

Top 5 Inventions for Kids

science.howstuffworks.com/innovation/5-inventions-for-kids.htm

Edison, Bell, the Wright Brothers -- sure, their inventions changed the world, but they didn't tend to think up much for the kids. But that doesn't mean there haven't been some good ones over the years. So pick up your pogo stick and hop along to find out five of our favorites.

How the Toto Washlet Works

home.howstuffworks.com/toto-washlet.htm

The Toto Washlet, a toilet seat with a personal spray jet, is marketed as a cleaner -- and greener -- alternative to toilet paper. How does this bidet-like product work to keep you fresh?

Can You Pass This Moon Phases Quiz?

play.howstuffworks.com/quiz/can-you-pass-this-moon-phases-quiz

We humans have always had a profound connection to the moon, but do we really know it? Test your knowledge of the various phases our little neighbor goes through, how those phases may actually impact us, all while you enjoy other fun lunar facts along the way!

911 - 920