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How many sheets of paper can be produced from a single tree?
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We know that paper comes from trees, but just how much does it take? Let's do the math and figure out how much paper your average tree can be made into.
How to Build a Dog House
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Building a dog house can be difficult if you don't know the proper steps to take. Learn about how to build a dog house at HowStuffWorks.
Tropical Rainforest Guide: How Rainforests Work
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Tropical rainforests are the most diverse ecosystems on Earth, and also the oldest. Today, tropical rainforests cover only 6 percent of the Earth's ground surface, but they are home to over half of the planet's plant and animal species.
Tool Guide
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The tool guide gives important information about choosing and using the right tool for the job. Find the tool guide at TLC Home.
Can You Identify These Canadian Plants and Trees?
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We all know about Canada's national tree--the maple tree. The leaf is on the flag. But there are many other trees and plants native to the Great White North. Take this quiz to see how well you know Canada's flora!
Can You Answer These Questions a Master Carpenter Should Know?
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When it comes to carpentry, are you sharp as a ten-penny nail? Or as dull as an overused drill bit? Find out now with our quiz on this old and venerable profession!
How Zambonis Work
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All eyes are trained on you at halftime as you make slow sweeps across the rink, leaving sparkling smooth ice in your lumbering wake. The fans cheer. You tip your head slightly in modest acknowledgement. This is the life of the Zamboni driver.
Settlers of Catan Quiz
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Think you know your way around the board game Settlers of Catan? Take a 20-question quiz and prove it.
How to Build a Patio
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Building a patio can be expensive, but you can save money by doing it yourself. Get the step-by-step directions for pouring a patio in this article.
What is the difference between a hardwood and a softwood?
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What is the difference between a hardwood and a softwood? How hard does a tree have to be to be considered hardwood?