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10 Cool Inventions From the 1980s

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Though the 1980s might remind you of the days of MTV and leg warmers, there was a lot going on in technology. In fact, quite a few of the technologies we rely on today were making their debut.

4 Facts About Phosphate, the Chemical Compound That's Everywhere

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You might wonder what phosphates do, but they are so intrinsic to our daily lives that the question really is: What don't phosphates do?

What is the origin of life on Earth?

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What is the origin of life on Earth? Learn about theories of evolution and the origin of life on Earth at HowStuffWorks.

Are Dinosaurs Real? What We Know About the Extinct Creatures

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Are dinosaurs real? Most people don't have to travel too far to answer that question in the affirmative with some kind of exhibit displaying dinosaur fossils. Or simply look at any bird you can see outside your home.

How Atavisms Work

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Atavisms are traits that are left over from a distant evolutionary ancestor. Learn more about atavisms and the controversy surrounding atavism.

What Is the Atacama Skeleton, and Why Is It So Controversial?

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The Atacama skeleton has sparked intense controversy and, based on its appearance, speculation of alien origin since its discovery in 2003. But what is the real story behind this little skeleton?

How are genes turned off and on?

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How are genes turned off and on throughout our life? Find out how genes are turned off and on in this article from HowStuffWorks.

How Human Cloning Will Work

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Human cloning has been an ethical issue ever since the first sheep was cloned in 1997. Learn about the science behind human cloning.

Otzi the Iceman Ate a High-fat Last Meal

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Researchers say that Otzi, the ancient man found in the Alps in 1991, lived on a diet loaded with fat to maintain warmth and energy in his cold, high-altitude environment.

How X-rays Work

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X-ray machines seem to do the impossible: They see straight through clothing, flesh and even metal, thanks to some very cool scientific principles at work. Find out how X-ray machines see straight to your bones.

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