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Why can't we breathe underwater?
Water is made up of hydrogen and oxygen, so why ...
Water is made up of hydrogen and oxygen, so why aren't we able to breathe underwater? Find out in this episode of BrainStuff.
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What is leather and where does it come from?
Most leather is made from processed cattle skin, although synthetic ...
Most leather is made from processed cattle skin, although synthetic and other varieties exist. Learn more about leather in this episode of BrainStuff.
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How do satellites orbit the earth?
In this episode of BrainStuff, Marshall explains the physics behind ...
In this episode of BrainStuff, Marshall explains the physics behind satellites and orbits.
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How can you measure the height of a tall tower?
In this episode of BrainStuff, Marshall reveals three common techniques ...
In this episode of BrainStuff, Marshall reveals three common techniques for measuring the height of tall objects like towers.
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How does the lighter in a barbeque grill work?
A barbeque grill has a push-button lighter that relies on ...
A barbeque grill has a push-button lighter that relies on piezoelectricity to generate a spark. Learn more about how piezoelectricity works -- and the kinds of devices that use piezoelectric materials -- in this episode of BrainStuff.
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How does a magneto work?
A magneto is a kind of electrical generator used in ...
A magneto is a kind of electrical generator used in small gasoline engines in lieu of a battery. Find out how magnetos work in this episode of BrainStuff.
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Why do tools have "drop forged" stamped on them?
Tools that say "drop forged" have been created using a ...
Tools that say "drop forged" have been created using a technique called drop forging. Find out how drop forging and several other kinds of forging work, and why drop forging is a sign of a sturdy tool, in this episode of BrainStuff.
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What is a T1 line and how does it work?
A T1 line is a dedicated fiber optic or copper ...
A T1 line is a dedicated fiber optic or copper cable that provides businesses with far more digital data than a residential line. Discover how T1 and other kinds of fiber optic lines work in this episode of BrainStuff.
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How does a jet engine's afterburner work?
The afterburner on a jet engine adds thrust to the ...
The afterburner on a jet engine adds thrust to the engine. Tune in as Marshall Brain explains how an afterburner works -- and the pros and cons of using one -- in this episode of BrainStuff.
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How does the public option work?
In the current U.S. debate over health care reform, a ...
In the current U.S. debate over health care reform, a government-sponsored public option has been a controversial topic. Tune in to this episode of BrainStuff to hear Marshall Brain explain the nuances and implications of the public option.
