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How Dreams Work
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Dreams combine verbal, visual and emotional stimuli into mystifying storylines. Learn about dreams, the meaning of common dreams, REM and controlling dreams.
How Offshore Drilling Works
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Offshore drilling means combing Earth for new underwater oil reserves. Learn more about offshore drilling and finding oil in the midst of rough seas.
How Microcontrollers Work
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Most modern electronic devices (TVs, VCRs, microwaves and so on) contain an embedded microcontroller. It's basically a dedicated computer. Find out how these devices work and experiment with one on your own.
Traditional Chinese Medicine for Coughs, Colds, Flu, and Allergies
Learn about traditional Chinese medicine for coughs, colds, flu, and allergies. This article has detailed information on Chinese patent medicines.
Understanding the USDA Food Pyramid
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The USDA Dietary Guidelines offer advice for eating healthy and achieving weight control. Learn to use the Food Pyramid to take off unwanted pounds.
Why Does My Home Become Infested with Gnats in the Summer?
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Why do my home and office seem to be infested with gnats in the summer? Where are they coming from?
How Escalators Work
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You probably ride escalators all the time, but do you know how they move, and flatten, and keep the handrail in synch with the steps? Find out exactly what is going on inside an escalator.
Why Is Snow White?
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Why is snow white? It's frozen water, and water isn't white, it's clear. Learn why snow is white by examining the frequencies of light and how they're absorbed.
Cheese Facts
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Cheese has been around since before 6000 B.C. That's a long time to gain notoriety in the culinary world. Read these cheese facts to find out.
Keeping a Garden Log
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Keeping a garden log is a little used but helpful tool in maintaining your garden. Learn what to note down and how to use it at HowStuffWorks.