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What crops can be used for biomass energy?
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What crops can be used for biomass energy? Keep reading to learn about crops that can be used for biomass energy.
How Did These States Get Their Names?
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Ever wonder why the person who named the orange settled on that name? Seems a little obvious, doesn't it? And what about how other things get named, like states? If you have a hankering for some geographical etymology, then take a cross country trip through this quiz!
The Basic Farming Quiz
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Do you know the acreage of your land? Can you tell the difference between a combine and a tractor? If you think you know the basics of farming, take this quiz to prove you have the cultivated knowledge a farmer knows like the back of his hand.
How far in advance should I check the weather forecast?
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If you check the weather regularly, you may have wondered how much good it does you. Learn when the best time to check weather in advance is.
What Do Reindeer Do When They're Not Pulling Santa's Sleigh?
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HowStuffWorks takes a look at reindeer, those super flying sleigh pullers of Christmas Eve.
Do biofuels compete with food?
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Do biofuels compete with food? Read about whether or not crops are going to vehicles to the detriment of our food supply.
How Well Do You Know the US States?
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There are 50 American states, and despite their political union, each has its own culture, history and character. Heck, they even have different names for carbonated beverages! Do you want a soda, a soft drink, pop or coke? See how well you know this diverse country!
Do You Know All of These States’ Capitals?
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We don't expect you to sing the states and their capitals like Wakko from Animaniacs (but, we'd be impressed if you did). Can you match Columbia, Carson City, Charleston and Cheyenne to their respective states? Get your geography game going with this quiz!
10 Possible Solutions to Air Pollution
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Not only do cars produce a large portion of the world's pollution, but airplanes, boats, trucks, trains and buses also contribute to pollution. Is there one magic solution to pollution?
How the Tesla Powerwall Works
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There's no question that people are interested in solar energy. The problem has been how to store it. Could the much-hyped Powerwall home battery change that scenario?