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How Does Relative Humidity Affect How I Feel Outside?

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We hear about humidity in just about every weather report on the nightly news. There are several different ways meteorologists measure humidity, but relative humidity is the most common measurement. What is relative humidity, though?

What Does a Humidifier Do? How Humidifiers Work

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Is the air feeling a little too dry in your home? A humidifier can help make things more comfortable -- and even save a little wear and tear on your house. But what does a humidifier do, exactly?

How Dehumidifiers Work

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A dehumidifier draws humidity out of the air. Find out how a dehumidifier works.

You Have a Thermostat, But Do You Need a Hygrometer, Too?

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Hygrometers are used by many professionals to monitor levels of humidity in the air. So, do need one in your home?

What is silica gel and why do I find little packets of it in everything I buy?

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Many of the things I buy contain little packets of crystals. Some of them actually say "Silica Gel" on them, but many are unlabeled or say something like, "Do not eat." I have found these packets in electronics, vitamins and even in some pepperoni I

How does toxic mold make you sick?

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Toxic mold sickened 27 infants and caused one death in the Cleveland area in 1993. Find out what this toxic mold is and how toxic mold can be harmful to humans.

How Hot Is Too Hot for the Human Body?

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Heat waves are becoming supercharged as the climate changes. How hot is too hot for normal daily activity, even for young, healthy adults?

What Happens if You Eat a Silica Get Packet?

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Silica packets are full of silica gel. Learn what would happen if you put that gel in your mouth.

Can you calculate how far away lightning struck by thunder?

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You may have heard that you can figure out how far away lightning is by how long it takes for the thunder to arrive after you see the flash. Is this true? How do you calculate it?

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