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How do rewritable CDs work?
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What is the Higgs boson?
Dr David Evans explains why this basic building block of the universe is so important.
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How does welding work?
The processes and technology of this manufacturing cornerstone explained.
Transport
Top Five Facts: Cable Cars
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How does OnLive work?
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Space
What is a lunar eclipse?
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Why do we get headaches?
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History
Is it true that Greek hero Achilles was killed by an arrow to his heel?
Is the epic tale of Achilles being felled with an arrow to the heel true, or just a romanticised myth? All is revealed after the jump
Environment
Why do silverback gorillas have silver backs?
How do they even afford all the silver, anyway?
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Why do aardvarks eat ants?
Do aardvarks eat ants bacause they taste like chicken? Probably, but for the definite answer read on
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How does water conduct electricity?
Find out the answer right here.
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Why is snake venom so dangerous to humans?
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How It Works launches the ultimate trivia guide
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BAE to safeguard future of HMS Victory
BAE is awarded extensive restoration project with an aim to preserve the 246-year-old HMS Victory, the oldest commissioned warship in the world.
Environment
What are geodes?
Are geodes rocks, crystals or both? Read on for a definitive answer