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How Nuclear Radiation Works
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Nuclear radiation can be extremely beneficial or extremely harmful -- it all depends on how it's used. Learn what nuclear radiation is all about.
How Light Bulbs Work
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The light bulb hasn't changed a whole lot in its 120 years -- the original design was just that good. Apparently, you can throw together a filament, a glass mount, an inert gas and a bit of electricity and change the world. Learn what happens when yo
Can we manufacture matter?
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We humans love to create. We build soaring skyscrapers from the ground up. We fill blank canvasses with timeless, magnificent art. Can we achieve the ultimate feat and generate matter?
Can You Ace This 12th Grade Physics Quiz?
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You're gonna have to get PHYSIC-al with this quiz. It's so easy, a high schooler can do it! Actually, some of them can't. Do you think you can get a better score than a 12th-grader?
How X-rays Work
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X-ray machines seem to do the impossible: They see straight through clothing, flesh and even metal, thanks to some very cool scientific principles at work. Find out how X-ray machines see straight to your bones.
What Frequency Do You Resonate At?
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Like tuning forks, all objects have a natural resonance — or a frequency at which they tend to vibrate that affects their interactions with their environment. Wondering why you and other people seem to share a "vibe"? Take this quiz to find your natural frequency!
How Light Sticks Work
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Light sticks produce a mesmerizing neon glow before slowly extinguishing. Learn about light sticks, chemical light sticks and how they work.
How Fluorescent Lamps Work
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You see fluorescent lighting all over the place -- in offices, homes, stores, dressing rooms. But there's a certain mystery to it. Find out what's going on inside these glowing tubes!
How the Periodic Table Works
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The periodic table currently organizes more than 100 named elements and several unnamed ones. Learn about the periodic table.
What Is Force? Learn About 4 Fundamental Forces of Nature
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Four fundamental forces of nature are behind all that we do, from falling down to orbiting the sun. Learn about the four fundamental forces of nature.