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How Cicadas Work
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Some cicadas are annual breeders and some show up about every 17 years. They all produce a 'song' that is almost loud enough to damage our ears.
Who Was the First Scientist?
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We've been observing and experimenting in the name of science for centuries. But who deserves the honor of being humanity's very first scientist? Is it Euclid, Darwin, Galileo or someone else?
How Dominican Republic Traditions Work
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What do you know about traditions in the Dominican Republic? Find out about traditions in the Dominican Republic at HowStuffWorks.
How Puerto Rican Traditions Work
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Many Puerto Rican traditions go back for hundreds of years. Find out about Puerto Rican traditions at HowStuffWorks.
How Wheat Works
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Ten-tier wedding cakes, bagels slathered with cream cheese and slim, crusty baguettes -- we owe them all to wheat. What's the story behind this ancient, ubiquitous food crop?
How Old Is Google?
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Who invented Google is explained in this article from HowStuffWorks. Find out who invented Google.
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.
How did the supercontinent Pangaea become seven separate continents?
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The idea of Pangaea comes from Alfred Wegener's hypothesis that the seven continents were once joined as a supercontinent. Learn more about Pangaea.
Why are eels slippery?
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Eel skin is slippery for a reason. The slime layer helps it to slither through tight spaces and protects it from parasites. Learn why eels are slippery.
Did Humans Evolve From Monkeys? Human Evolution Explained
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Since Charles Darwin published the theory of evolution by means of natural selection, myths and misinterpretations have eroded public understanding of his ideas. Ready to take another look at one of the related questions that just won't die?