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Do we have astrology to thank for clocks?

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Astrology and clocks have a long history together. Learn if we have astrology to thank for clocks and other interesting facts about astrology and time.

5 Female Scientists You Should Know

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From a centenarian brain expert to a mistress of Voltaire, each of these female scientists has an incredible story. Do you want to meet them?

The Perfect Length for a Pop Song

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Why are most radio songs between three and four minutes? Learn the science and psychology behind pop song length at HowStuffWorks Now.

How Isaac Newton Worked

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Isaac Newton is one of the most important contributors to the field of science. Learn about the life of Isaac Newton.

How M.C. Escher Worked

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M.C. Escher was an incredibly talented artist. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about M.C. Escher.

Influential People of Science Quiz

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These are the people who changed the world's view of the universe and everything around us. How much do you know about them? Here's your chance to find out!

What Musical Genre or Style Are You? Quiz

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Everyone has a preferred type of music, one that speaks to your soul and helps you express who you truly are. Test your musical knowledge and find out which belongs to you!

Nebular Theory Might Explain How Our Solar System Formed

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The nebular theory, also known as nebular hypothesis, presents one explanation of how the solar system was formed, proposed by Pierre Simon de Laplace in 1796.

Who popularized the term 'virtual reality'?

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The concept of virtual reality is nothing new, but we bet you didn't know that a quirky, math-loving, dreadlocked dude is famous for coining the term. Meet Jaron Lanier.

10 Connections Between Physics and Music

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Sound waves carry music to our ears, but they also carry the principles of physics. Find out how physics and music are intertwined.

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