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What's a polymer?
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Polymers are the basic components in so many of the products we use each day. Learn how more about how polymers work.
What if There Were No Cockroaches?
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Cockroaches are among the most reviled creatures on the planet. They bring bacteria and allergens wherever they go - along with severe cases of the creepy crawlies. But would we really want to live in a world devoid of these little pests?
When You Smell Poop Are You Actually Inhaling Poop Molecules?
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Smelling fecal matter is gross enough, so the possibility that tiny bits of poop are actually getting into your nose is outright disgusting. But should you be worried?
The Zoo Hypothesis: Are Aliens Watching Us Like Animals in a Zoo?
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Is it possible that we are not alone in the universe, but are just like animals in a zoo to the aliens who are watching us?
How do the engines breathe in diesel submarines?
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How do the engines breathe in diesel submarines? Don't internal combustion engines need a lot of oxygen to run? Where would all of this oxygen come from when the sub is underwater?
How to Become a Polygraph Examiner
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Do you know how to become a polygraph examiner? Find out how to become a Polygraph Examiner in this article from HowStuffWorks.
Can You Get a Perfect Score on This "Gilligan's Island" Quiz?
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Just sit right back and take a quiz about a fateful trip. Even though it only ran for three seasons, "Gilligan's Island" is one of television's most enduring shows. Think you remember the adventures of Gilligan and the rest of the castaways well enough to ace this quiz? Let's find out!
How Nostalgia Works
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Nostalgia, contrary to centuries of common knowledge, appears to be a good thing. A really good thing.
How Plasma Rockets Work
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Imagine if we could get to Mars in 40 days instead of seven months! It could happen if we used plasma rockets, which travel at 34 miles per second. But how do we make this a reality?
What Causes Tornadoes? How Tornadoes Work
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Tornadoes leave destruction in their wake. Learn why tornadoes rotate, how experts rate tornadoes and view pictures of damage caused by tornadoes.