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Horror Movies of the '80s Quiz
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This decade saw the introduction of some of the most famous (and scary) movies ever released by Hollywood. How much do you know about '80s horror movies? Take this quiz to find out.
How Do Geiger Counters Work?
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First developed in the 1920s, Geiger counters still use the same basic technology to detect radiation, but today can be the size of a smartphone.
The Bohr Model: Quickly Replaced But Never Forgotten
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Niels Bohr proposed the model of the atom that we still learn in school today, even though it's technically incorrect.
The Mastodon Boneyard That Stole Thomas Jefferson's Heart
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Massive mastodons roamed lower Kentucky during the last ice age. HowStuffWorks takes a look at the natural and presidential history of the region.
Sagrada Familia Basilica Is Almost Finished, After 140 Years
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Started in 1882, this beautifully ornate church was the vision of architect Antoni Gaudà who conceived of it as a "forest in stone."
What is clean coal technology?
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Clean coal reduces the harmful emissions caused by the burning of fossil fuels. Learn about the development of clean coal and the uses for clean coal technology.
Could military strategy win the war on global warming?
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Could military strategy win the war on global warming? Learn how aerial reforestation uses military strategy and technology to replant forests.
Ultimate Guide to American Wines
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Are you looking for an ultimate guide to American wines? Check out this article and get the ultimate guide to American wines.
What Caused the Dust Bowl?
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What if the land you relied upon simply blew away? In the 1930s, poor stewardship and crushing drought created black blizzards and an internal American exodus known as the Dust Bowl.
9 Big Hairy Facts About Gorillas
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HowStuffWorks looks at the elusive and powerful gorilla, of which there are two species, the Eastern gorilla and the Western gorilla.