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How Barrier Islands Work

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Barrier islands are vacation spots and amazing ecosystems. Learn about barrier island habitats, fighting erosion of barrier islands and development’s effects on barrier islands.

The Ultimate Great Barrier Reef Quiz

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The Great Barrier Reef, situated along the northeastern coast of Australia, is a marine ecosystem unrivaled by any other in the world. Renowned for its natural, unchanged beauty, it is visited by millions of tourists every year. Take this quiz to learn more about this natural aquatic wonderland.

How Oak Island Works

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Does Oak Island really have hidden treasure? Find out why Oak Island has been the focus of treasure hunters for decades.

How Do Animals Survive Major Storms?

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Miraculously many animals are able to ride out some of Mother Nature's most powerful storms. HowStuffWorks looks at just how they do it.

Not Just Rocks: The Geology Quiz

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Geologists study the processes and substances that form Earth. Most of those processes happen over millions of years, but this quiz only takes a few minutes! Find out how rock solid your knowledge of geology is.

Can You Name the Landform From a Definition?

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From mountains to battures, hoodoos to plains, our planet is covered in landforms of all types. How well do you know them? Start taking this quiz to find out!

Animals Covered in Oil: Gulf Oil Spill Pictures

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See pictures of animals covered in oil from the Gulf oil spill in our photo slideshows. Check out pictures form the Gulf oil spill at HowStuffWorks.

4 Kākāpō Facts That Are Almost Too Cool to Be True

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The kākāpō (Strigops habroptilus) is a large flightless bird from New Zealand. Also known as the owl parrot and the night parrot, it has an owl-like face but isn't an owl at all; it's a flightless parrot.

How Ocean Currents Work

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Ocean currents may be driven by tides, winds or differences in density. Learn how ocean currents affect marine transportation and nutrient cycling.

Can You Name All of These Stops on the Ideal Tour of Texas?

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The biggest problem tourists traveling in Texas face isn't finding something to do, it's how to choose from all the attractions and landmarks spread across the Lone Star State! Take our quiz to see if you can name these not-to-be-missed stops.

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