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How Old Is Earth and How Did Scientists Figure It Out?

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In 1953, CalTech geochemist Clair Patterson came up with an estimate for Earth's age that still holds today.

10 Cretaceous Animals That Weren't Dinosaurs

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The dinos hog all the Cretaceous headlines. Do you have any idea what else scurried, hopped and otherwise cruised around Earth before the K-T mass extinction?

What Are Frankincense and Myrrh?

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The three wise men in the story of Christmas carried gold, frankincense and myrrh. What are frankincense and myrrh? Can you still get them these days?

Who Invented the Toilet? A Brief History of the Flush

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Who invented the toilet? While we wish it were so, it wasn't Thomas Crapper. Surprisingly, toilet design hasn't changed much since the first "water closet" patent in the 1500s.

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?

10 Advancements in Environmental Engineering

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Environmental engineering existed long before it had a name. It began at the dawn of civilization when we started changing our surroundings to meet our needs.

Aldebaran: The Brightest Star in the Constellation Taurus

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Aldebaran is not just the brightest star in the constellation Taurus, it's also the 14th brightest star in the sky.

Sound Healing: Discover the Benefits of Healing Frequencies

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Sound healing works through a phenomenon scientists are just beginning to understand. Explore how these ancient vibrational techniques synchronize your brainwaves, reduce inflammation, and create profound healing beyond modern medicine's reach.

What Was the Strongest Earthquake Ever Recorded?

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Earthquakes are among the most powerful natural forces on Earth, often causing widespread devastation, triggering tsunamis and altering the landscape of a region. But how strong was the strongest earthquake of all time?

10 Treasures We'll Lose as Sea Levels Rise

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HowStuffWorks looks at 10 of the most notable spots in danger of rising sea levels due to climate change.

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