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How Antidepressants Work

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Antidepressants are one of the leading classes of medical prescription medications. Read about antidepressants and find out how antidepressants work.

How Antimatter Spacecraft Will Work

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Antimatter has the ability to store incredible amounts of energy in a very small space. See how it will work.

How Apache Helicopters Work

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Apache helicopters are designed to survive heavy attack and inflict massive damage. Learn about the flight, weapons and armor systems of Apache helicopters.

How Aphrodisiacs Work

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Most of us have heard the talk about oysters and chocolate, and maybe you've read an article about the stimulating effects of ginseng. But garlic, licorice and cucumber? Learn about the history of aphrodisiacs and whether they've been proven to be effective.

How Archaeology Works

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Archaeology is the study of ancient civilizations and human remains, such as buildings, art or trash. Learn about archaeology and archaeologists.

How Are Airplane Cabins Pressurized?

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Without the system that pumps unused air from an aircraft's engines into the cabin, passengers and crew would be unable to breathe at 30,000 feet. But how does that system work?

How Are Coroners and Medical Examiners Different?

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Coroners and medical examiners both help investigate unusual or violent deaths. The two jobs are different, but deeply connected.

How Are Pencils Made?

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The lead in a pencil is not actually lead. It is a mixture of graphite and clay, but have you ever wondered how they get the lead inside a wooden pencil. Find out how pencils are constructed in this article from HowStuffWorks.

How Are People Able to Breathe Inside a Submarine?

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How are people able to breathe inside a submarine? What do they do to keep the air breathable?

How Are Rainbows Formed? The Science Behind the Colors

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We can usually see rainbows right after a rainstorm on a warm Spring day. These giant colorful arcs stand out against the dark rain clouds. Have you ever wondered what causes this phenomena? Find out how rainbows are created in this article from HowStuffWorks.

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