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Uncovering Champy, a Beloved Lake Monster
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Champy, the legendary creature said to reside in Lake Champlain, has spurred over 300 alleged sightings since the 1600s. Explore the famous cryptid's origins.
What does the weight mean on a can of motor oil?
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Motor oil weight depends on viscosity and other factors. Learn how motor oil weight is determined in this article.
Deadly 1948 Donora Smog Launched the U.S. Clean Air Movement
A killer smog 70 years ago helped lead to the first federal air pollution laws.
What Is Boyle's Law and Why Do I Already Know It?
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Boyle's Law describes the relationship between pressure and the volume of a container with gas in it. As the volume of the container decreases, the pressure inside the container increases.
The Mpemba Effect: Does Hot Water Really Freeze Faster Than Cold Water?
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Under the right conditions, hot water can somehow freeze faster than cold water. It's called the Mpemba effect. We'll explain how it happens.
Understanding Sound Waves and How They Work
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When sound waves strike the ear, these waves produce the sensation of sound. Let's take a look at how sound waves work.
What Is Force? Learn About 4 Fundamental Forces of Nature
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Four fundamental forces of nature are behind all that we do, from falling down to orbiting the sun. Learn about the four fundamental forces of nature.
Do You Know Enough to Call Yourself a Car Doctor?
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Are you the one your friends call when their car won't start? Maybe you were a mechanic in a former life or reckon you still might become one. Take this quiz to find out if you can call yourself a "car doctor."
UFOs and the Government
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Project Sign was the first major government UFO investigation project. Read how Project Sign began and the history of UFOs and the U.S. government.
How Often to Change Your Furnace Filter
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If my home's air filters are clean when I change them, are they really working? Find out the answer to this and learn more about air filters.