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How Perfume Works

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Perfume is any substance that you wear and that smells. There are no requirements for it to smell good. Learn more about perfume at HowStuffWorks.

How Pet Microchipping Works

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The pet microchip could save your lost pet's life. Find out how the pet microchip works and why pets receive the pet microchip.

How Pet Psychics Work

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If you have pets, you may have wondered whether they know what you're thinking. Learn what pet psychics claim that they can do.

How Photonics Masts Will Work

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The U.S. Navy's new subs will use photonics masts instead of periscopes. Learn how these imaging devices will work.

How Photosynthesis Captures Light and Powers Life on Earth

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No life, except possibly very small bacteria, would exist on Earth without photosynthesis.

How Pizza Works

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People have strong opinions about pizza -- in terms of passion, it ranks right up there with politics and religion. How did this Italian peasant food become a diet staple?

How Plague Works

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You may be familiar with the medieval "Black Plague," but did you know that bouts of plague still break out today? Find out what causes an outbreak, why plague still exists and how the plague has influenced history.

How Plasma Converters Work

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Plasma converters generate electricity for our homes by burning trash. Learn about plasma converters and see pictures of plasma converters plants.

How Plasma Rockets Work

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Imagine if we could get to Mars in 40 days instead of seven months! It could happen if we used plasma rockets, which travel at 34 miles per second. But how do we make this a reality?

How Plastics Work

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Plastics can be found in a wide variety of products. They are everywhere. Find out how plastics are made and learn about uses for plastics.

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