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Why doesn't tear-free shampoo sting your eyes?

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Some say the real reason "no tear" shampoo works is that it has Novocain in it, desensitizing babies to its sting. Fact or urban legend?

How to Get Hard Water Stains Out of Your Toilet

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Minerals may be good for the body, but they're not so great for the toilet. How can you remove those nasty hard water stains they leave in your toilet bowl anyway?

What Are Skyquakes?

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Skyquakes have been heard in the U.S. and all over the world. HowStuffWorks looks into the mystery.

Could you dig a hole all the way to the Earth’s mantle?

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Have you ever read "Journey to the Center of the Earth" and wondered if it were possible to do it? Well, scientists are in the process of giving it their best shot. How hard is it to dig a hole this deep, and what might they find?

Pole Shift: Why Does the North Pole Move?

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The North Pole and why it moves are explained in this article. Learn about the North Pole.

What If Earth's Core Cooled Down?

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The core of our planet is about as hot as the sun. Could it ever cool down? That's one thing you don't want to happen.

How Caterpillars Work

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Caterpillars' lives are all about eating. Learn why caterpillars eat everything, how they grow into a butterfly or moth and more.

10 Tips for Battling Dry Lips

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Battling dry lips can be painful. Take a look at 10 tips for battling dry lips to get a smooth and healthy kisser.

How Drywall Works

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You see it everywhere, but you pay it no attention. Despite its versatility and popularity with builders, few people know where drywall comes from or how it's made.

How is volcanic ash made?

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Volcanic ash is what's left after a volcano literally blows its top. Learn how volcanic ash can devastate everything under its gray blanket.

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