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How Oil Tankers Work
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Oil tankers are large ships that transport oil all over the world. Learn about oil tankers in this article from HowStuffWorks.
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.
How Newton's Cradles Work
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Five metallic balls on slender threads sit side by side. As one on the end hits the rest, the one on the opposite end rises and falls. Why don't the balls in the middle move? It's complicated.
Does Alcohol Freeze?
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If you've ever had a half-frozen beer explode on you, you know that yes, alcohol freezes - but not all types freeze at the same rate. We'll let you in on the secrets to frozen alcoholic delights.
How the Big Bang Theory Works
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The big bang theory is well-known, but there are many misconceptions about it. Like what? Let's start with this one: There was no bang.
Can you really shatter a glass with a high note?
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There are so many things in this world that are possible, and shattering glass with sonic force is one of them - but just how probable is it, really?
Nazaré's 80-foot Waves Intimidate Even Pro Big-Wave Surfers
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According to Guinness World Records, the waves in Nazaré, Portugal, are the biggest ever surfed. Scientists attribute the massive waves to an underwater canyon, but how does it work?
How Blast-resistant Clothing Works
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Your most rugged pair of blue jeans can't hold a candle to the cutting-edge blast-resistant clothing and technology. Sure, these fabrics are tough, but can they diffuse bomb blasts?
What if a plane landed in San Francisco at the same time there was a big earthquake?
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If a plane landed in an earthquake an number of things could happen. Find out what would happen if a plane landed in an earthquake in San Francisco.
Researchers Create Protein Powder With Just Microbes, Electricity, CO2 and Water
Two researchers have made protein powder out of carbon dioxide, water and microbes. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.