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Post-war Railroads
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Post-war railroads chronicles the height of American railroad transportation. Learn about railroads and post-war railroads.
10 Boom Towns that Went Bust
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Some towns boom but eventually bust economically. Learn about 10 boom towns that went bust at HowStuffWorks.
Things Are Looking Up for the Adorable American Pika
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Climate change will affect the habitat of the American pika, but not only in negative ways. Learn more in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
What happens to abandoned mines?
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Abandoned mine shafts may look romantic with their clapboarded entrances and rusting pickaxes, but they can be deadly. So who ensures that these dangerous sites are properly closed up? You may find the answer a little unsettling.
Railroad Expansion
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The railroad expansion of the middle and late 1800s changed America forever. Read more about the westward expansion of railroads.
How Artificial Geothermal Energy Works
Artificial geothermal energy is made by adding water to naturally hot rocks. Learn about artificial geothermal energy.
Have we reached peak oil?
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Oil is a nonrenewable resource. Have we found all the oil there is to find, or is there more out there somewhere? What's the best way to wean ourselves from our oil dependency?
How Many Canadian Cities Do You Know?
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Geographically, Canada is the second biggest country in the world. How big? Ten of its 13 provinces and territories are bigger than Great Britain. Do you think you can recognize all these Canadian cities? Start the quiz to find out!
How the Hydrogen Economy Works
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With fossil fuels in limited supply, the ever-increasing consumption of this commodity causes problems ranging from global warming to dependence on outside oil sources. Hydrogen is a possible fix, and the technology to take advantage of it is already out there. Find out the benefits of and hurdles facing a hydrogen economy.
What's Your British History IQ?
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Kids who study British history are required to learn over 1,000 years of history throughout school, which is a lot to remember - and a lot to forget. Let's find out whether you remember any of it!