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How Will Panhandlers Fare as Our Economy Goes Cashless?
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Does the trend toward a cash-free payment society have an impact on panhandlers? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks article.
Do Today's Cars Still Need Tuneups?
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Most late-model cars are super-advanced and require only regular maintenance. That's not the same as a tuneup. HowStuffWorks explains the difference.
What is the history of the remote control?
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These days, remote controls seem to, well, control our lives. Most people tend to have piles of them strewn about their living rooms. But where did this ubiquitous technology come from? Where is it headed?
How Faraday Cages Work
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Thanks to the Faraday cage, we can control electricity and make it safer for our computers, cars and other inventions.
How Olympic Timing Works
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In timed Olympic events, the difference between the gold and the silver can come down to a fraction of a second. You won't find that kind of accuracy in your typical wristwatch. Find out about the systems (and backup systems) that keep Olympic timing honest.
What Is a Metronome and How Does It Work?
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Metronomes are devices that provide a steady beat for practicing or playing music. Learn about the types of metronomes and how metronomes work.
What Would Happen if a Solar Storm Hit Earth?
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Solar flares disrupt Earth's magnetic field when they hit the planet, causing issues with power and GPS. But if a major solar storm hit Earth, the consequences could be catastrophic.
Can You Pass This Master Electrician Quiz?
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Electricity has fascinated humans since we first saw lightning in the skies! How much do you know about working with this amazing, powerful and dangerous phenomenon? Find out now!
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.
How Mass Spectrometry Works
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Mass spectrometry is an aspect of science that could finally put the steroid era of baseball to an end. Learn about mass spectrometry.