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What Is Pi?
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Whether the circle is as big as planet Mars or as small as a tennis ball, the ratio of its circumference divided by its diameter will always equal pi (3.14). But why?
How the Caparo T1 Works
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The Caparo T1 is racecar with a higher horespower-to-weight ratio than any other car. Learn how it travels so fast and why it is street legal.
Health Benefits of Olive Oil
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Olive oil just happens to have the exact ratio of dietary fats people need. Find out how it can lower cholesterol and provide other health benefits.
How Video Formatting Works
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When you watch a movie on your TV, you're not always seeing the same movie that played in the theater. A lot of formatting goes into fitting a movie onto a TV screen. Learn about the changes a movie goes through so you can watch it at home.
How does the oxygen sensor in a car work?
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How does the oxygen sensor in a car work?
Distance Runners Are More Desirable
Male distance runners may have a reproductive advantage over less sporty lads. Find out about endurance athletes at HowStuffWorks Now.
Why Does the Fibonacci Sequence Appear So Often in Nature?
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Fibonacci numbers create a mathematical pattern found throughout nature. Learn where to find Fibonacci numbers, including your own mirror.
What Is Octane and How Does It Work?
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Adding a chemical called tetraethyl to fuel can significantly improve the gasoline's octane rating. But what is octane? And how does it improve the gasoline we buy? Read on to explore this fascinating molecule.
How Gears Work
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If a device has a motor, engine or spring, it probably has gears! But what do gears do, exactly, and how do they do it?
The Catalytic Converter Quiz
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Catalytic converters are amazingly simple devices that have proven to be highly effective at reducing harmful emissions produced by car engines. How much do you know about catalytic converters?