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How Do GPS Coordinates Work?

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So you’ve seen those location-tagging numbers on maps and GPS devices before, but do you actually know what they mean? Brainstuff is here to fill you in. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://electronics.howstuffworks.com/gadgets/travel/gps.htm Su
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Why Do We Itch?

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Virtually everyone has experienced an itch at one time or another – but what is an itch exactly? What causes it, and why can having one be such a maddening experience? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://health.howstuffworks.com/skin-care/information/
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What Is The Drake Equation?

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Josh explains Frank Drake's famous formula for determining whether intelligent alien life exists. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://science.howstuffworks.com/space/aliens-ufos/extraterrestrial-life-odds1.htm Subscribe: http://goo.gl/ZYI7Gt Visit our
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How Does Coal Walking Work?

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While some claim walking on hot coals is mind over matter, there's actually a science to not burning yourself, involving conductivity and insulation. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://entertainment.howstuffworks.com/arts/circus-arts/firewalking.htm
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How Does Agoraphobia Work?

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Agoraphobia is a complicated and difficult psychological condition that is easily misunderstood. Learn about life with agoraphobia in this episode of BrainStuff. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://health.howstuffworks.com/mental-health/anxiety/panic-
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What is 'New Car Smell?'

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Ben explains just what it is you're smelling when you get inside a new car. Ecology Center Guide: http://www.ecocenter.org/sites/default/files/2012_Cars.pdf Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://auto.howstuffworks.com/under-the-hood/auto-manufacturing/w
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What's The Difference Between A Popsicle And Ice Pops?

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Josh explains why generic ice pop labels don’t just use the word “popsicle” like a normal person. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://recipes.howstuffworks.com/question499.htm Share on Facebook: https://goo.gl/CwoczD Share on Twitter: https://goo.gl/Y
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How Does Jet Lag Work?

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Yeah, your sleeping pattern gets screwy when when you fly to different time zones. But what are the symptoms of jet lag? What causes it? And how can you remedy it? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://science.howstuffworks.com/life/jet-lag.htm Share on
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How Carbon Dating Works

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In the movies, scientists use “carbon dating” to determine the age of ancient artifacts and dinosaur bones. But what is the real science behind carbon dating, and how does it work? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://science.howstuffworks.com/environm
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How Long Can Fingernails Grow?

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Josh gets to the bottom of a question we've all had at some point in our lives: how long would your fingernails grow if you stopped cutting them completely? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://health.howstuffworks.com/skin-care/nail-care/health/finger
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How Does Aspirin Work?

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How does aspirin target your pain? The plants that aspirin were derived from have been used as medicine for about 6000 years, we finally discovered how it works in 1971, and Lauren explains it to you now. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://health.how
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How Does Anxiety Work?

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Anxiety is a normal, healthy response for the human body. But when it interferes with daily life it can become a disorder. We investigate anxiety's symptoms and biochemistry to learn how it can become irrational... and how you treat it. Learn more at HowS
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How Does Lucid Dreaming Work?

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Science has proven that we can be aware of our dreams while we’re in them. But can we control our dreams? Josh breaks it to you gently. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://science.howstuffworks.com/life/inside-the-mind/human-brain/lucid-dreaming.htm S
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What Are Eye Boogers?

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The gunk builds up at the inner corners of our eyes is residue of the stuff the coats and protects our eyeballs all the time. Learn what it’s made of and why it turns to sand overnight. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://health.howstuffworks.com/huma
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How Do Erasers Erase?

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Erasers lift our mistakes right off the page, but it's not magic - it's the microscopic physics of stickiness. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://electronics.howstuffworks.com/everyday-tech/erasers-erase.htm Share on Facebook: Share on Twitter: Subsc
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Should Animals Have Human Rights?

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In theory, all human beings have a certain set of inalienable rights simply by virtue of being self-aware, of having the ability to consider abstract concepts. Nowadays an increasing number of scientists, legislators and global institutions are asking whe
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Why Do Men Have Nipples?

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Men don’t usually lactate – but they can! Cristen explores how breast tissue develops in human embryos of both sexes, and explains why mice are more advanced, evolution-wise. Check out Cristen's article at HowStuffWorks.com: http://health.howstuffworks.co
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Why Do We 'See Stars'?

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When you bash your head and “see stars,” what’s going on? Why does your brain pick this moment to give you a laser light show? Josh explains the phenomenon of seeing stars in this Brainstuff video. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com Share on Facebook: https:
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What Is The Dwarf Planet Ceres?

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Don’t know what the dwarf planet Ceres is, and at this point you’re too afraid to ask? BrainStuff will give you the deets on this otherworldly object. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://science.howstuffworks.com/dictionary/astronomy-terms/asteroid.ht
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Are Plants Conscious?

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Scientists have found evidence that plants have senses, memories, and can even communicate with each other. But does this mean they're conscious? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://science.howstuffworks.com/life/botany/plants-feel-pain.htm Share on F
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How To Make A Digital Clock

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How DO you make a digital clock? Hosted by: Michael Aranda ---------- Dooblydoo thanks go to the following Patreon supporters -- we couldn't make SciShow without them! Shout out to Justin Ove, Justin Lentz, David Campos, Chris Peters, Fatima Iqbal, and Li
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Is Apple Cider Vinegar A Miracle Cure?

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People claim taking apple cider vinegar has all kinds of health benefits, but what does taking it actually do to your body? Sign Up For The TestTube Newsletter Here ►►►► http://bit.ly/1myXbFG WTF Is Kombucha? ►►►► http://bit.ly/1RAx26B Read More: Vinegar:
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Is WiFi Safe?

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You've probably heard that wireless internet (WiFi) is dangerous. But is it true? Lauren breaks it down. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://computer.howstuffworks.com/wireless-network1.htm Share on Facebook: Share on Twitter: Subscribe: http://goo.gl
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How Do The Academy Awards Work?

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Who is the mysterious ‘Academy’ and how do they pick which movies win at the Oscars? Join Ben to learn the occult science of Academy Awards. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://entertainment.howstuffworks.co... Share on Facebook: https://goo.gl/ySpZ2R
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What Causes Sunburns?

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Why does too much sun turn some people’s skin all red and shiny? Quick Questions explains! ---------- Dooblydoo thanks go to the following Patreon supporters -- we couldn't make SciShow without them! Shout out to Justin Ove, Chris Peters, John Szymakowski
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Is It Possible To Erase Your Memories?

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Science suggests it's possible to erase specific memories. But even if we can, should we? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://science.howstuffworks.com/life/spotless-mind.htm Share on Facebook: Share on Twitter: Subscribe: http://goo.gl/ZYI7Gt Visit o
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How Does Colorblindness Work?

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We see color thanks to complex coordination of signals from the eyes to the brain. Here's what happens when the signal gets scrambled. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://health.howstuffworks.com/human-body/systems/eye/colorblindness.htm Share on Face
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Can You Reach The End Of A Rainbow?

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The end of the rainbow may be the best place to raid a leprechaun stash, but it proves a strangely difficult destination to reach. Brainstuff explains why you can’t get there, and why there really isn’t even a a “there” there. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
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How Does Déjà Vu Work?

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Ever gotten the strange feeling that you’re repeating an experience? Researchers have over 40 theories about what’s going on in the brain during déjà vu, and Josh is here to explain the most popular ones. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://science.ho
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Why Does Gasoline Smell So Good?

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Some people sense a sweet, euphoric odor when pumping gas into their car. Why is that? And is it hazardous? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://science.howstuffworks.com/gasoline.htm Share on Facebook: https://goo.gl/9BdfNI Share on Twitter: https://g
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How Wiretapping Works

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It’s surprisingly easy to listen to private conversations if you know how to hack satellites, bug devices or tap a phone line. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://people.howstuffworks.com/wiretapping.htm Share on Facebook: Share on Twitter: Subscribe:
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How Do You Find Water In The Wild?

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In case you ever get stranded in the wild without an obvious source of fresh water, here are a few things you can do to collect some. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://adventure.howstuffworks.com/survival/wilderness/how-to-find-water.htm/printable S
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Does TV Resolution Matter?

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You’ve heard all the hype about high-definition TV, ultra-high definition and more. But does this mad race to jame more pixels on a screen actually matter? Tune in to learn more about the human eye and digital resolution. VIEW CARLTON BALE'S TV RESOLUTION
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How Do Hiccups Work?

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Everyone gets hiccups, but no one is entirely sure why. Learn what’s going on when you hiccup, plus a couple theories about why hiccups happen. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://health.howstuffworks.com/disea... Share on Facebook: https://goo.gl/8Mt
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Why Don't All Skeletons Become Fossils?

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Skeletons of ancient animals sometimes become fossilized. But if this happened to every animal that ever lived, wouldn’t we be swimming in a sea of fossils right now? BrainStuff explains why only a fraction of animal bones turn into fossils. Learn more at
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Why Are Some People Afraid Of Clowns?

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Clowns are usually brightly-colored, goofy, raucous characters designed to be the life of any party. However, it’s no secret that they’re not universally adored. In fact, some people find clowns downright frightening. But why? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
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Make Your Own Ice Cream! - #sciencegoals

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The weather is warming up where Jessi lives, which means its time for some cool treats! Join Jessi and Squeaks and learn how to whip up some tasty vanilla ice cream! ---------- Love SciShow Kids and want to help support it? Become a patron on Patreon: htt
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Why Do We Have Eyebrows?

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When you think about it, your eyebrows are a little strange! But they're also really important! From protecting your eyes to helping others know how you feel, those little bits of hair in the middle of your face have some big jobs! ---------- Love SciShow
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How Do We Grow Hard Bones From Soft Tissue?

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The foods we eat and the cells that produce our bones are squishy, but our bones are hard. How does that work? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://health.howstuffworks.com/human-body/systems/musculoskeletal/bone.htm/printable Share on Facebook: https:
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What's Inside a Camel's Hump?

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Jessi and Squeaks are packing up for a hike, and her backpack made her think of what makes camels awesome backpackers! ---------- Love SciShow Kids and want to help support it? Become a patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/scishowkids ---------- Loo
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Can You Really Name A Star?

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Since the dawn of recorded history humankind has tried to classify and study the stars. It’s a continuing mission, and astronomers are finding new stars all the time. But how do they get their names? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://science.howstuf
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Why Are Stop Signs Red?

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Why aren’t stop signs yellow, purple or green? Brainstuff explains the origins of the red, octagonal stop sign and some hints about why red might be the best color to use if you want to throw cold water on somebody’s need for speed. Learn more at HowStuff
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Do Animals Laugh?

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It’s no secret that some animal species are highly intelligent – but do they also “get” jokes? Can they laugh? Are laughter and intelligence even related? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://animals.howstuffworks.com/animal-facts/do-animals-laugh.htm
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What's The Most Expensive Book In The World?

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Sometimes super-wealthy people like to spend millions on a single book. Which one cost the most? Hint: It’s about water and it's written backwards. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://www.howstuffworks.com/arts/literature/10-rare-books4.htm Share on F
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Why Do We Twitch When We're Falling Asleep?

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A majority of people feel like they're falling when first going to sleep, resulting in twitches. What is this jerking night spasm? This video was a collaboration with our friends at AllTime Numbers. Check out their video for 'Sleep in Numbers' here: https
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How Do Microwave Ovens Work?

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They’re convenient, ubiquitous and easy to use. But how do these things work, exactly? What do people mean when they say a microwave cooks food inside out? Join HowStuffWorks as we answer engaging, everyday science questions, demystifying the amazing worl
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What Causes Chapped Lips?

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For some people, winter means a daily battle against cracking, scaling or peeling lips. But what actually causes chapped lips? How can you prevent it? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://health.howstuffworks.com/skin-care/lip-care/tips/5-tips-for-batt
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Here's Why Helicopter Blades Can Look Strange On Video

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Helicopter blades and other fast spinning objects often produce strange effects on camera. Lauren explains why. Video clips used in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkmZIngSpEU https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1g5QVljkkVA https://www.youtube.c
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Happy Birthday, Sir Isaac Newton!

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There's a birthday party at the fort, for one of history's most important scientists, Isaac Newton! ---------- Love SciShow Kids and want to help support it? Become a patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/scishowkids ---------- Looking for SciShow el
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Can Computers Read Your Mind?

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Nowadays it’s not unusual for a search engine to autofill search terms, for streaming music services to suggest new music based on your past preferences, and for advertisers to automatically target you for specific products. But how far can this practice
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Where Does Yogurt Come From?

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When we think of Yogurt, we think of a tangy and sweet treat that's good at any time! But there's a tiny little ingredient in there that helps to make it what it is! ---------- Love SciShow Kids and want to help support it? Become a patron on Patreon: htt
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Why Do We Sweat?

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You probably know that sweating is a way for your body to cool off, but how does it help? And why don't other animals, like cats of dogs sweat? Join Jessi and Squeaks to learn all the answers to these questions and more! ---------- Love SciShow Kids and w
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Why Do Movie Theaters Sell Popcorn?

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For millions of moviegoers, the idea of visiting the local theater automatically conjures memories of popcorn. But this wasn’t always the case – so why, out of all snacks, did popcorn become the #1 snack for film? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://r
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Why Does The Shower Get Hot When The Toilet Is Flushed?

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Were you burned the last time someone flushed the toilet while you were showering? It's a simple plumbing fix. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com. Share on Facebook: https://goo.gl/kOSMwL Share on Twitter: https://goo.gl/gzs4hs Subscribe: http://goo.gl/ZYI7G
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Why Do So Many Price Tags End In .99?

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It’s very common to see the number 9 at the right end of a price tag. Why is this? Lauren explains the psychology of prices and nines in this episode of BrainStuff. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com. Share on Facebook: Share on Twitter: Subscribe: htt
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Can I Get My Face On Currency?

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Forget the normal 15 minutes of fame – the real ticket to immortalizing your legacy is to get your face on currency. But how does it work? Join Cristen to learn more. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://money.howstuffworks.com/currency.htm Share on Fa
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How Sibg Earworms Get Stuck In Your Head

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Virtually everyone has been tortured by an earworm – one of those songs that sneaks into your head and stays there. But why? How? Most importantly – how can you get that #$&*^% song out of your head?! Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://science.howstu
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Why Does Popcorn Pop?

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→Subscribe for new videos every day! https://www.youtube.com/user/TodayIFoundOut?sub_confirmation=1 →How "Dick" came to be short for 'Richard': https://youtu.be/BH1NAwwKtcg?list=PLR0XuDegDqP2Acy6g9Ta7hzC0Rr3RDS6q Never run out of things to say at the wate
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What Is Synesthesia?

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It’s true – some people hear colors, or taste words. But what produces synesthesia? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://science.howstuffworks.com/life/inside-the-mind/emotions/synesthesia.htm Share on Facebook: https://goo.gl/jowIii Share on Twitter:
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Are Some People Immune To Mosquitoes?

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Ugh. Mosquitoes, right? They’re the worst. They pester everyone… or do they? Tune in to learn more. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: Share on Facebook: https://goo.gl/Xfii1B Share on Twitter: https://goo.gl/znrM6k Subscribe: http://goo.gl/ZYI7Gt Visit our
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Why Do Men Have Deeper Voices?

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Cristen explains why male humans' voices generally get lower than female humans' during puberty. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://health.howstuffworks.com/sexual-health/male-reproductive-system/male-puberty2.htm Share on Facebook: https://goo.gl/Hg
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Is TIME TRAVEL possible?

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Is time travel possible? Find out! Twitter; https://twitter.com/aly_channel ~~~~~~ Sources; A Bried History of Time, Stephen Hawking How to Teach Relativity to your Dog, Chad Orzel The Hidden Reality, Brian Greene http://www.dailymail.co.uk/home/moslive/a
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What Would Space Do To The Human Body?

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Space without a suit? You’ll probably die from the lack of pressure in a vacuum. But other extreme hazards won’t help either. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://science.howstuffworks.com/question540.htm Share on Facebook: https://goo.gl/CeaQIU Share
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Fun Summer Science!

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The sun is out and Jessi and Squeaks are ready to perform all kinds of fun outdoor science experiments! Let's take a look at some of the fun activities they've done before, like making a kite, building a solar tower, blowing bubbles, and of course, making
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Why Do Cats Like Catnip?

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→Subscribe for new videos every day! https://www.youtube.com/user/TodayIFoundOut?sub_confirmation=1 →How "Dick" came to be short for 'Richard': https://youtu.be/BH1NAwwKtcg?list=PLR0XuDegDqP2Acy6g9Ta7hzC0Rr3RDS6q Never run out of things to say at the wate
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Kinetic Energy Can Recharge A Car’s Battery, Here’s How (360 Video)

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We went to San Francisco’s Potrero Hill to talk about regenerative braking! Learn all about this energy saving technique in VR! Made in partnership with Toyota: http://www.toyota.com/priusprime/ Sign Up For The Seeker Newsletter Here - http://bit.ly/1UO1P
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The Disease We Barely Know Anything About

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We don’t know what causes Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, how to treat it or even what to call it. What’s up with this mysterious disease? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://health.howstuffworks.com/diseases-conditions/chronic-fatigue/the-basics-of-chronic
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How Do Pneumatic Tubes Work?

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The Internet has been called a series of tubes. But long before email, people sent messages across cities through networks of pneumatic tubes. Learn how they work! Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://electronics.howstuffworks.com/everyday-tech/pneumat
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Why Is Bird Poop White?

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Bird poop: It’s the bane of cars, statues, awnings and occasional hapless pedestrians across the world. But what is this stuff anyway? Why does it look so unnatural? Why is it white? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://animals.howstuffworks.com/birds/
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How Does Night Vision Work?

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Sure, night vision looks cool in the movies - but what is it, exactly? How can a scope or a pair of goggles help you see in near-absolute darkness? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://electronics.howstuffworks.com/gadgets/high-tech-gadgets/nightvision
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How Do Submarines Work?

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Jessi and Squeaks got a question about how submarines go underwater and explore, so Squeaks did some research! ---------- Love SciShow Kids and want to help support it? Become a patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/scishowkids ---------- Looking for
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What Is The Oldest Living Thing?

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From eldritch aspen colonies to immortal jellyfish, the world is lousy with long-lived organisms. But what’s the oldest? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com Share on Facebook: https://goo.gl/IDNsbs Share on Twitter: https://goo.gl/QXC2XL Subscribe: http://goo
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How Long Would It Take To Walk Around The World?

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Ben explains what goes into calculating how long it would take to traverse the globe on foot, and tells us about some intrepid explorers who've tried to do it. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com. Share on Facebook: https://goo.gl/CBwvRQ Share on Twitter: htt
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How Does Google Maps Works: How Is It So Incredibly Accurate About Traffic Conditions?

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If you have a smartphone and travel frequently, it's almost impossible that you haven't used Google Maps. It's an amazingly powerful app that not only acts as a standard GPS device and directs you places, but also gives you recommendations regarding the q
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Make an Eclipse Viewer!

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Jessi and Squeaks show you how to make a pinhole viewer so you can safely watch the solar eclipse! ---------- Love SciShow Kids and want to help support it? Become a patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/scishowkids ---------- Looking for SciShow els
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How does an Electric Motor work? (DC Motor)

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Go to https://brilliant.org/JaredOwen to sign up for free. And also, the first 200 people will get 20% off their annual premium membership.Electric motors can seem very mysterious! How do they use electricity to start rotating? Let's break it down step by
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Why Can't You Tickle Yourself?

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It’s almost impossible to trick your brain so you can tickle yourself. Unless you're schizophrenic… Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://science.howstuffworks.com/life/inside-the-mind/human-brain/question511.htm Share on Facebook: https://goo.gl/d4QPR7
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Your Tongue: The Taste-Maker!

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You know ice cream tastes good, but have you ever wondered HOW you can taste it in the first place? Join Jessi and Squeaks to get the scoop on how your tongue helps you taste tasty tastes! ---------- Like SciShow? Want to help support us, and also get thi
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How Do Planes Fly?

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For an object that can weigh up to 500 tons, how can a giant piece of metal fly and stay up in the sky? For a plane to stay in flight it needs four forces to work together: thrust, lift, weight (or gravity), and drag. Want to learn more about planes? http
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How does a Lightsaber work?

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The most fascinating technology in the Star Wars universe is the lightsaber. In this video I show you how they work! Okay so...lightsabers aren't real...but it's still fun to think about. Thanks for watching! Get your light saber here: http://amzn.to/2BCN
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What Happens If You Swallow Gum?

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Jessi swallowed her gum and was worried that it would stay in her stomach for 7 years! Could this really happen? What makes gum so different from other food? ---------- Love SciShow Kids and want to help support it? Become a patron on Patreon: https://www
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Flavor Science: What's Really In A Pumpkin Spice Latte

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If you take a look at an ingredients list, odds are you’ll find natural and artificial flavors somewhere in there. Turns out there’s a whole science to making your pumpkin spice latte taste like pumpkin spice, or your potato chips taste like pizza. Hosted
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Why Do We Cry When We're Sad?

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Everybody cries sometimes, and that's ok! But have you ever wondered why being sad makes tears come out of your eyes, or why you usually feel better after you cry? Jessi and Squeaks have the answers! ---------- Love SciShow Kids and want to help support i
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The Science Behind Football's First-Down Line

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If you’ve watch American football on television, you may have wondered how they make that yellow first down line look like it’s actually down on the field. We're conducting a survey of our viewers! If you have time, please give us feedback: https://www.su
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When you move through the sky, the main method of transport you think of is via airplane. Flying in an airplane is probably the most practical way. There are other methods that people use but more likely in a recreational way. One of these is riding in a
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How To Build A Pillow Fort!

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Learn how to build a pillow fort with the help of the force called compression. Just save some room for us! ---------- Like SciShow? Want to help support us, and also get things to put on your walls, cover your torso and hold your liquids? Check out our a
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How Air Conditioning Works

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To beat the summer heat, we turn to air conditioning. But that sweet, cool relief isn’t magic: it’s the science of heat transfer and the chemistry of refrigerants. Subscribe! http://bit.ly/ACSReactions Facebook! http://facebook.com/ACSReaction
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Weight Loss Pills: Fact Or Fiction?

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Enjoy your bacon sandwich, while we walk you through the facts and fictions of what science can -- and maybe someday, will -- do to help people lose weight safely. Annotations: Caffeine: https://youtu.be/Xl1XBJLfIDU Circadian Rhythm: https://youtu.be/UbQ0
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How Does an Igloo Keep You Warm?

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An igloo, also known as snow house, is a form of shelter built entirely of snow. The primary material used in constructing an igloo is compressed snow since solid ice is known to be a poor insulator. The compressed snow gets shaped into blocks. These bloc
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How Does Hair Dye Work?

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Some hair dyes are basically fine-grained paint. But dyes that stick with you for more than a couple weeks physically and chemically change each hair. Learn how with HowStuffWorks. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: Share on Facebook: Share on Twitter: Subs
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We all need to do it! Learn why we all should brush our teeth, and how brushing keeps our teeth strong and healthy! ---------- Like SciShow? Want to help support us, and also get things to put on your walls, cover your torso and hold your liquids? Check o
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Why Does Tickling Make Me Laugh?

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If you're ticklish, you know that you can't stop from laughing and wiggling around when you get tickled! But why does your body react this way, and why can't you stop it? Jessi's here to fill you in! ---------- Love SciShow Kids and want to help support i
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Why Do You Stop Noticing Smells After A While?

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Our brains lie to us. Not maliciously – they think they’re helping. Which is why smells seem to disappear: It’s olfactory adaptation. How it happens is complicated, but Lauren breaks it down. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://health.howstuffworks.co
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3 Fun Facts About Bats!

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You don’t have to be Batman to think bats are awesome! Learn some fun facts about these furry flying mammals. ---------- Like SciShow? Want to help support us, and also get things to put on your walls, cover your torso and hold your liquids? Check out our
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The Science of Being Scared

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Squeaks surprises Jessi, which makes her wonder: What's the science behind getting scared? ---------- Love SciShow Kids and want to help support it? Become a patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/scishowkids ---------- Looking for SciShow elsewhere o
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How To Survive A Lightning Strike

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Camouflage: Animal Hide & Seek

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A SciShow kid wrote us and asked: What is camouflage and how does it work? Join Jessi as she explores how different kinds of animals play hide-and-seek in the wild! ---------- Like SciShow? Want to help support us, and also get things to put on your walls
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What If The Sun Disappeared For One Month?

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What if the sun goes out right now? This video was sponsored by Google Science Fair Enter the 2018 Google Science Fair at https://bit.ly/2OsnU9r and check out their YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/user/GoogleScienceFair/featured. See official rule
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Create Your Own Asteroid Impact!

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What If Earth Never Had A Moon?

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How Does Caffeine Wake You Up?

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When you get coffee jitters, caffeine has tricked your brain into anticipating danger. Lauren explains how it works. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://science.howstuffworks.com/caffeine.htm Share on Facebook: https://goo.gl/adWdyH Share on Twitter:
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Why Do We Have Earwax?

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Have you ever put your finger in your ear and wondered what that waxy stuff is? Join Jessi and Squeaks as they talk about ear wax! ---------- Love SciShow Kids and want to help support it? Become a patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/scishowkids --
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Why Do We Laugh?

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Knock knock! Who’s there? It’s jessi and Squeaks exploring the science Of why we laugh! ---------- Love SciShow Kids and want to help support it? Become a patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/scishowkids ---------- Looking for SciShow elsewhere on t
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How Do Car Horns Work?

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The next time you honk your car horn at that jerk who cut you off, you’ll understand how it uses physics to get the job done. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com Share on Facebook: https://goo.gl/ICxuu4 Share on Twitter: https://goo.gl/m6dpEV Subscribe: http:
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Does Disease Have A Smell?

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For thousands of years, medical professionals have diagnosed illness based on their patient’s scent. How do humans, dogs and machines smell disease today? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com. Share on Facebook: https://goo.gl/6igAQs Share on Twitter: https://
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The Deepest Part of the Ocean!

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Deep in the Pacific Ocean, near China, is the Mariana Trench, the deepest part of the ocean! Join Jessi and Squeaks and learn all about the super-cool, super-tough creatures that make their home there! Hi there! We at SciShow want to learn more about you
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Why Don't Animals Need Sunscreen?

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You should always wear sunscreen when you're playing outside, but you may have noticed that animals are outside all the time and they don't need sunscreen. Why? ---------- Love SciShow Kids and want to help support it? Become a patron on Patreon: https://
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The Farthest We've Ever Gone in Space

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Humans have never visited another planet, but we can send special spacecraft called probes to visit them for us! One of those probes, called Voyager 1, has gone deeper into space than any other, and it's sent us some amazing pictures along the way! ------
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Story Time: A Very Special Moth

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Squeaks and Jessi have a story to tell you about the peppered moth, a special insect that taught us a lot about a process called natural selection. ---------- Love SciShow Kids and want to help support it? Become a patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.c
05:58
Quantum Cryptography Explained Simply

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Quantum Cryptography explained simply. Regular encryption is breakable, but not quantum cryptography. Today we'll look at the simplest case of quantum cryptography, quantum key distribution. It uses the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle to prevent eavesdro
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Why are Smoke Detectors Radioactive? And How do Smoke Detectors Work?

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Check out https://www.pcbway.com/ for all kinds of PCBs, easy ordering, and quick delivery.Take a look at their PCB Assembly, for an inexpensive population of the components on your PCBs.You probably have a few smoke detectors throughout your house, but d
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We yawn a lot when we're tired or warm, and sometimes we even yawn just because we see other people yawning! But why do we yawn in the first place? ---------- Love SciShow Kids and want to help support it? Become a patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.c
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Complex Animals: Annelids&Arthropods - CrashCourse Biology #23

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Hank continues our exploration of animal phyla with the more complexly organized annelida and arthropoda, and a biolography on insects. Crash Course Biology is now available on DVD! http://dft.ba/-8css Like CrashCourse on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com
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Science of Five Nights at Freddy's!

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Is Mind Transfer Possible? Five Nights at Freddy's Science Explained!From the realm of the organic to the domain of the digital, we explore if humans can truly inhabit machines.Watch more Life Noggin "How Powerful Can AI Really Get?" https://www.youtube.c
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How Dirty Is Soap?

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It’s good hygiene to wash your hands after touching shared bathroom surfaces. But bars of soap are a shared surface. Does soap really help get you clean? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://health.howstuffworks.com/skin-care/cleansing/products/body-so
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Why Do Rice Krispies Snap, Crackle, and Pop?

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Why Is Red Meat ... Red?

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When you cut into a nice, juicy steak what's all that liquid that pours out? Is it blood? It looks like blood. ...it's not blood. Hosted by: Michael Aranda ---------- Dooblydoo thanks go to the following Patreon supporters -- we couldn't make SciShow with
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Why Do Some People Sneeze In Sunlight?

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You walk outside on a sunny day and BAM! A sneezing fit hits you. But why? Join Cristen as she explains the photic sneeze reflex. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://entertainment.howstuffworks.com/arts/circus-arts/human-blockhead2.htm Share on Facebo
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How Would We Stop a Nuclear Missile?

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Most of us are hoping that any nuclear threats are just empty threats, and getting at the facts about ICBMs can be difficult. But what would actually happen if someone launched a nuclear weapon? We're conducting a survey of our viewers! If you have time,
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Why Do People Go Bald?

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How does balding work? Why does it happen? And why are men so much more likely to lose their hair than women? Quick Questions has the answers! Hosted by: Hank Green ---------- Dooblydoo thanks go to the following Patreon supporters -- we couldn't make Sci
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How does a Pull-Back Toy Car work?

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See my blog post about this video: https://www.patreon.com/posts/how-does-pull-24042503 The Pull-Back Toy Car is an incredible piece of engineering! This is sometimes called a "Wind-Up" toy car. This videos covers the specifics of the mechanism: the motor
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How Do Sparklers Work?

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Subscribe! http://bit.ly/ACSReactions Now that the Fourth of July is just around the corner you firework lovers out there are gearing up for the big day. We on the other hand have been taking an up close, slow motion look at the chemistry of how sparklers
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Why Can't People Remember Being Born?

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You probably remember your 18th birthday, but not your first – or your zeroth. Why is that? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://science.howstuffworks.com/life/inside-the-mind/human-brain/remember-birth.htm Share on Facebook: https://goo.gl/hiKxeT Shar
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What The Heck Is GDP?

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GDP, GNP – what does it all mean? Jonathan explains what economists mean when they bring up these common economic indicators. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://money.howstuffworks.com/gross-national-happiness.htm Share on Facebook: Share on Twitter:
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Why Do Dogs Tilt Their Heads?

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Is this adorable behavior rooted in sensory necessity or purposeful gesticulation? We explore what may be the cutest research ever. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://animals.howstuffworks.com/pets... Share on Facebook: Share on Twitter: Subscribe: h
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Is A 'Dog Year' Really 7 Years?

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You may have heard that dogs age differently than humans. But is it true? Get the facts on your pooch without having that ever-awkward “so… how old are you really?” conversation. Calculate your dog's age: http://goo.gl/oTca Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com
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Why Does Your Stomach Growl When You're Hungry?

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How do Lasers Work? #shorts #kurzgesagt

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Have you ever wondered how lasers work? Well, we did! #inanutshell #kurzgesagt #kurzgesagt_inanutshell #youtubelearning #science #physics #lasers #howstuffworks #scienceshorts #lightsaber #sciencefacts #physicsquestions Sources & further reading: https://
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What Makes Gold So Valuable?

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Gold is seen as a valuable metal world wide. Where did this idea originate and how much is it worth today? How Do You Know If Your Money Is Fake? ►►►► http://dne.ws/1LGfG2v Read More: Where Does All Earth's Gold Come From? http://www.sciencedaily.com/rele
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Why Don’t We Need Our Wisdom Teeth Anymore?

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How did humans evolve to no longer need wisdom teeth? The Disturbing Places Teeth Can Grow ►►►► http://bit.ly/1OCIzjo Sign Up For The TestTube Newsletter Here ►►►► http://bit.ly/1myXbFG Read More: Are people without wisdom teeth more highly evolved? http:
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Why is it Impossible to Tickle Yourself?

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How Do Hot Air Balloons Work?

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Hot Air Balloons! They're those big, beautiful balloons people can float up to the sky in-- but how do they get up there?! ---------- Like SciShow? Want to help support us, and also get things to put on your walls, cover your torso and hold your liquids?
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Why Does Hair Only Grow to a Certain Length?

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Why Do Some People Faint At The Sight Of Blood?

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Josh explains the science of why people faint at the sight of blood. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://health.howstuffworks.com/human-body/systems/circulatory/blood.htm Share on Facebook: https://goo.gl/RHuxR7 Share on Twitter: https://goo.gl/YZQDqY
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Why Do People In Old Movies Talk Weird?

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It’s not quite British, and it’s not quite American – so what gives? Why do all those actors of yesteryear have such a distinct and strange accent? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://entertainment.howstuffworks.com/movies-film-chann
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Why Do Some Organs Come In Pairs?

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We all have two of certain organs, like kidneys and lungs, but why not multiple hearts, livers or brains? Read More: Bilaterial Symmetry http://www.nhm.ac.uk/nature-online/evolution/what-is-the-evidence/morphology/bilateralism/ “Humans have body plans tha
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Earth as a Cube What Would It Look Like? #shorts #kurzgesagt

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Walking around the Minecraft server might be fun, but sadly, the same couldn't be said about the Minecraft Earth... #inanutshell #kurzgesagt #kurzgesagt_inanutshell #science #physics #spacefacts #space #howstuffworks #solarsystem #science #sciencefacts #s
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Jessi had the weirdest dream last night and wants to share with you why our brains make dreams. ---------- Love SciShow Kids and want to help support it? Become a patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/scishowkids ---------- Looking for SciShow elsewh
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Why Do Bruises Change Colors?

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What happens in your body after you get a bruise? Quick Questions explains! ---------- Dooblydoo thanks go to the following Patreon supporters -- we couldn't make SciShow without them! Shout out to Justin Ove, Chris Peters, John Szymakowski, Peso255, Fati
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Ever wonder why some animals don't need sunscreen or how they can live in dry climates without water? Well, some of them can use the slime their bodies produce in weird and helpful ways! ---------- Love SciShow Kids and want to help support it? Become a p
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Why Are Wine Bottles Usually Green?

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Most wine bottles are green. Is it because they're pretty? Or do they protect the booze juice inside somehow? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://science.howstuffworks.com/innovation/edible-innovations/winemaking.htm Share on Facebook: Share on Twitte
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How does a Combination Lock work?

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Learn how to make your own 3D animations: http://CGBoost.com/JaredOwen(the first 100 people to sign up get 20% off)Combination Lock on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2LjN2MjI've used a Combination Lock for years but I've never really understood how it works unti
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How Old Is The Oldest Fairy Tale?

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We know folklore goes back hundreds of years, but thanks to a new study using biological research methods, we now know it’s even older than that. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://people.howstuffworks.com/10-da... Share on Facebook: https://goo.gl/K
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An Unusual Way To Prove Einstein's Theory Of Relativity

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When rockets misfire their payloads, scientists use the misplaced satellites to prove the Theory of Relativity. How do they do it? How GPS Works ►►►► http://dne.ws/1N6wX3V Sign Up For The TestTube Newsletter Here ►►►► http://dne.ws/1McUJdm Read More: Wayw
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What Is The Magician's Oath?

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What keeps magicians from revealing the secrets to their illusions? It’s not a pact with The Devil… Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com Share on Facebook: https://goo.gl/d8pJsy Share on Twitter: https://goo.gl/M9IocY Subscribe: http://goo.gl/ZYI7Gt Visit our
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How does an Escalator work?

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We use it all the time but most people have never actually seen the inner workings of an escalator! Summary: I've animated the inside to give you a detailed look at the steps, step chain, gears, handrail, and the motor. My favorite part is how the steps a
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What Happens When You're In A Coma?

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The word coma comes from the greek meaning of “deep sleep,” but what exactly does this unconscious state do to your brain? Can A Brain Injury Make You a Genius? ►►►► http://bit.ly/1H7EgWg Read More: How Comas Work http://science.howstuffworks.com/life/ins
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Why Does Milk Curdle When It Goes Bad?

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Most foods fall apart when they go bad - so why does milk clump together? The answer is bacterial poop, and Lauren can explain. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://science.howstuffworks.com/innovation/edible-innovations/yogurt2.htm Share on Facebook:
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Why Aren’t All Batteries Rechargeable?

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We’ve mentioned before on DNews that you should NEVER throw batteries away. Why aren’t all batteries rechargeable in the first place? Help support DNews by completing this one-question survey http://bit.ly/dnewssurvey Why You Should NEVER Throw Away Batte
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What Is Pumpkin Spice?

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Sam the Bat stopped by the fort today, and brought his famous pumpkin spice cookies! But what exactly is pumpkin spice? ---------- Love SciShow Kids and want to help support it? Become a patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/scishowkids ---------- Lo
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Is Aspirin Really That Good For You?

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Taking aspirin is recommended for a variety of medical conditions, but can aspirin really fix everything? Get a month’s worth of shaving supplies from Harry’s for just $10 by entering DNEWS at checkout! ►►►► http://hrys.co/dnews The Unexpected Side Effect
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Turtle Time with Dr. Turtleman!

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Jessi and Squeaks are on a beach vacation, so they've called in their pal, Dr. Lawrence Turtleman, to take over the show for today! And what is he going to teach you about? Turtles, of course! ---------- Love SciShow Kids and want to help support it? Beco
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How We Know The Earth Isn’t Flat

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How Satellites Track Your Exact Location

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GPS has become a staple on any smartphone, but how does it work? How Does Your Brain’s GPS Work? ►►►► http://dne.ws/1XfwdhD Sign Up For The TestTube Newsletter Here ►►►► http://dne.ws/1McUJdm Read More: How GPS Receivers Work http://electronics.howstuffwo
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Join Hank Green as he explains why blacklights make some things glow! Hosted by: Hank Green ---------- Support SciShow by becoming a patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/scishow ---------- Dooblydoo thanks go to the following Patreon supporters -- w
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Hank teaches us why water is one of the most fascinating and important substances in the universe. Follow SciShow on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/scishow Like SciShow on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/scishow Review: Re-watch = 00:00 Introduction =
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Do You Really Need To Wash Your Jeans?

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You might have heard this odd advice from fashion gurus before – “don’t wash your jeans!” But why? Is it real advice, or just a prank pulled on unsuspecting, dim-witted denim rubes? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://lifestyle.howstuffworks.com/style
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How does a Mechanical Scale work? (Spring Scale)

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Come learn how a Mechanical Scale works with 3D Animation! We'll also dive into some physics with Hooke's Law.more links belowFloor Scale on Amazon: https://amzn.to/38pnhFKHanging Scale on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3cchLY2Topics explored in this video: Hook
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Do Juice Cleanses Actually Work?

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Juice cleanses are all the rage. But do they actually provide any health benefits? Cristen explains. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://health.howstuffworks.com/wellness/diet-fitness/diets/what-s-the-big-deal-about-juice-cleanses-.htm Share on Facebo
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Do Crosswalk And 'Close Door' Buttons Really Do Anything?

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Are the buttons we push to cross streets, close elevator doors, and nudge the office thermostat really connected to anything? Some aren’t! Learn how these placebo buttons (don’t) work. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://science.howstuffworks.com/life
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How Long Is One Second, Really?

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Do we really know how long a second is? The science behind how time is actually measured may prove you wrong. Who Came Up With Days, Hours, Minutes and Seconds? - http://bit.ly/1Q8xt8J Sign Up For The Seeker Newsletter Here - http://bit.ly/1UO1PxI Read Mo
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Why Do We Need SO MANY Remote Controls?

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We all have many remotes for many devices; why is it so difficult for manufacturers to create one remote that can control all our devices? How Does Wireless Charging Work? - http://bit.ly/28NAkUL Sign Up For The Seeker Newsletter Here - http://bit.ly/1UO1
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Retroviruses: Microbial Supervillains

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Forget your Hans Grubers, Lord Voldemorts, and Hannibal Lecters. It’s time to meet some real supervillains. They’re called retroviruses, and they actually change their host cell’s DNA. Hosted by: Michael Aranda ---------- Support SciShow by becoming a pat
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