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How Mogwai and Gremlins Work
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To a child of the 80s, a mogwai is the ideal pet. But woe to those pet owners who wound up with a gremlin. Learn how mogwai and gremlins work.
10 Nobel Laureates Whose Work Changed the World
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Sure, Nobel Prize winners get money, a medal and bragging rights, but the rest of us often benefit from their accomplishments, too. Meet 10 of these game-changing people.
Yes, the Zorse Is a Real Mix of a Horse and a Zebra
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A zorse is one strange looking horse. That's because it's the product of a zebra stallion and a female horse.
Scientists Figure Out Why Elephants' Skin Is So Cracked
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HowStuffWorks looks at new study explaining why elephants' skin is so cracked and wrinkled. It's not just that they need some lotion!
U.S. Military Dogs Usually Outrank Their Handlers
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Members of the U.S. armed forces and their loyal dogs have always had a special relationship - so special that the canine usually outranks its handler. What's behind this military tradition?
Squirrels Get Jacked During Hibernation; No Weights Needed!
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Hibernating mammals like ground squirrels can build some muscle mass during their big sleep, with the help of gut bacteria.
Ox vs. Cow: Different Uses for the Same Species
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If you've ever driven past a farm and wondered about ox vs. cow differences, you're tapping into a classic question in animal science.
Why Do Apples and Potatoes Turn Brown When Sliced?
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Why do apples and potatoes turn brown when you slice them? How do you keep them from turning brown? Find out the answer in this article.
Could blood be used to power batteries?
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Blood batteries as thin as a sheet of paper are currently under development by scientists at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Read about blood batteries.
Why is Mesopotamia called the cradle of civilization?
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Mesopotamia was a region in the Middle East from which all of civilization developed. Learn about Mesopotamia and the birth of ancient civilization.