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How Zippers Work
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Better than buttons? Maybe. Less time-consuming than laces? Definitely. As far as fastening mechanisms go, the zipper is a work of art. Learn exactly what makes up a zipper and how it all fits together so perfectly.
How Holograms Work
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If you want to see a hologram, you don't have to look much farther than your wallet. But the most impressive holograms are large scale and illuminated with lasers or displayed in a darkened room with carefully directed lighting. Learn how a hologram, light and your brain work together make clear, 3-D images.
How Poker Works
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Once a game reserved for gun-wielding tough guys in smoke-filled back rooms, poker has become the mainstream. Now there are weekly poker games in homes all over the United States. Learn how to play poker.
How Kaleidoscopes Work
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Kaleidoscopes have been fascinating people since the early 19th century. Whether you think of kaleidoscopes as toys or as works of art, no matter how often you look inside, you'll never see the same thing twice.
How Basketball Works
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The squeak of the shoes, the roar of the coach, the jab of the elbow! To many of us, basketball is the American pastime.
How Teleconferencing Works
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Teleconferencing lets large companies work more effectively. Learn different ways of teleconferencing, the equipment you need and read teleconferencing reviews.
How Arborists Work
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Arborists help take care of trees, but that can be difficult; tree work often requires climbing and other hazards. Learn more about arborists.
How PCI Works
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Your computer's components work together through a bus. Learn about the PCI bus, as well as past and future bus technology.
How Snakes Work
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Snakes are one of the world's most feared animals. Learn how snakes get around, how they kill and eat their prey, and how they court and reproduce.
How Banks Work
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Banks take care of your money for you. Find out how banks keep your money safe, how banks make money, and how to start your own bank.