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How Special Relativity Works
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Special relativity deals in phenomena that don't agree with our historical or commonsense views of how the universe works. In fact, many of the theory's assertions almost appear ludicrous.
What Are Mines?
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Underground mining has come a long way from the days of men with pickaxes and canaries. It relies much more heavily on machinery that makes it much safer than in the past. Which techniques are used in mining today?
10 Innovations in Water Purification
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As far back as 1500 B.C.E., people were trying to purify water to make it drinkable. And we're still at it. Today inventors use tools as simple as clay and as sophisticated as carbon nanotubes to bring clean water to the world.
Tropical Rainforest Guide: How Rainforests Work
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Tropical rainforests are the most diverse ecosystems on Earth, and also the oldest. Today, tropical rainforests cover only 6 percent of the Earth's ground surface, but they are home to over half of the planet's plant and animal species.
How Crime Scene Investigation Works
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Learn what really goes on when a CSI "processes a crime scene" and get a real-world view of crime scene investigation from a primary scene responder with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.
10 Scientific Breakthroughs We Literally Couldn't Live Without
You might argue we have scientists to thank for our own survival. What breakthroughs have kept the human race from dying out?
10 Surprising Facts About Astronaut Training
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NASA astronauts have to undergo serious training before becoming approved for a trip to space. But some of that training is certainly not what you'd expect.
How IEDs Work
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IEDs (improvised explosive devices) are simple to make, easily hidden and very destructive. Read why IEDs are the weapon of choice for some fighters.
10 Weirdest Sources for Antibiotics
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Many lifesaving antibiotics are discovered in some pretty nasty places. Here are the 10 weirdest sources for antibiotics at HowStuffWorks.
How Ice Sculpting Works
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Ice sculptures can range from small tabletop pieces to entire buildings. In this fundamentally temporary medium, art and engineering combine to form sparkling, breathtaking effects.