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How Do Geiger Counters Work?
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First developed in the 1920s, Geiger counters still use the same basic technology to detect radiation, but today can be the size of a smartphone.
Could we harvest energy from earthquakes?
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Fossil fuels, including coal, oil and natural gas, supply the bulk of the world's energy demand. Wind, the sun and nuclear energy are ascending sources of power worldwide. Could we tap into the power from earthquakes?
Top 5 George Westinghouse Inventions
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You may not know who George Westinghouse is, but you know his name. It's adorned everything from televisions to light bulbs. Young science buffs may have entered the competition that once bore his name. Here are five of Westinghouse's inventions.
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?
10 Types of Stars Blazing and Collapsing in Our Universe
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When you look up at the night sky, you’re seeing just a small sample of the incredible variety of the types of stars in the universe. These cosmic powerhouses come in wildly different sizes, colors and life stages, each powered by nuclear fusion in its core.
How the Iowa Stored Energy Park Will Work
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The Iowa Stored Energy Park will use wind to generate electricity and will store unused wind underground. Learn about the Iowa Stored Energy Park.
How Thin-film Solar Cells Work
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Thin-film solar cells are more flexible and less expensive than traditional solar cells. Learn more about what makes thin-film solar cells different.
5 Myths About Renewable Energy
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We're currently suspended between two ages: a time dependent on fossil fuels and a future dominated by renewable energy sources. Yet not everyone is sold on this vision, so a number of myths about renewable energy persist.
What if we lived on the moon?
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It's safe to assume there won't be a moon colony any time soon. But it's still a tantalizing thought. But wouldn't it be cool to be able to live, vacation and work on the moon?
How Blackouts Work
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Blackouts are explained in this article. Learn about blackouts.