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How was the construction of the World Trade Center unique?
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The World Trade Center employed several new approaches to skyscraper construction. From slurry walls to sky lobbies to "tube within a tube" design features, what made this project distinctive from an architectural engineering standpoint?
The Sailing Lingo Quiz
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Sailing has been around for many, many centuries. Sailing boats fuelled European colonization and helped to map the world as we know it today. But how much do you know about sailing? With a lingo all of its own, let's test your knowledge of a few sailing terms.
How Weather Works
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Weather is the state of the atmosphere, rather than something that only affects your area. Read more about weather and the complex system behind it.
Do You Know Where These 40 Obscure Countries Are?
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If you are a geography whiz, then you should have no problem telling us where these obscure countries are located. Let's put your knowledge of the globe to the ultimate test!
How Gliders Work
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Flying in a glider is about as close as you can get to soaring like a bird. Amazingly, these graceful machines manage their maneuvers without an engine. Learn how gliders fly without power.
How Avalanches Work
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Learn how avalanches form, how long you can stay alive while buried under an avalanche and what steps you can take to survive.