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- How a GFCI outlet worksA normal 120 volt outlet in the US has two vertical slots and a role hole centered below the slots -- the outlets with a pair of red and black 'test' and 'reset' buttons are known as GCFI outlets. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more.Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com2 min
- Could anti-lock brakes detect a flat?By using a computer to monitor the rotation of the car's wheels, an anti-lock braking system helps drivers avoid skids. Could this computer also monitor flat tires? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about brake systems.Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com4 min
- How Gun Silencers WorkThe sound of gunfire is incredibly loud, and it is amazing that anything is able to silence a firearm. However, the principle behind a gun silencer is surprisingly simple. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about silencers.Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com3 min
- How Heart Bypass Operations WorkSince the heart is a muscle, it relies on the oxygen and nutrients contained in blood. This blood is supplied by arteries on the exterior of the heart -- when these arteries are blocked, a heart attack results. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article toLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com4 min
- What is the difference between jelly jam and preserves? And What is Jello?Jam, jelly, and preserves are all made from fruit mixed with sugar and pectin. Jell-O, on the other hand, is completely different. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more.Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com3 min
- How children from the same parents look so different?Every person has a set of chromosomes, or coiled strands of DNA. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn how chromosomes combine to promote variation from one generation to the next.Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com4 min
- How Catapults WorksThere are three different technologies that fall into the catapult category: the ballista, the trebuchet and the catapult. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the differences between catapult technologies.Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com3 min
- What does the computer in a car do?All cars manufactured today contain at least one computer -- but what does it do? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about car computers.Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com3 min
- How Water Softener WorksThe idea behind a water softener is simple: the calcium and magnesium ions in hard water are replaced with sodium ions. Learn more about the harmful effects of hard water -- and the benefits of soft water -- in this HowStuffWorks podcast.Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com4 min
- How Carbon Chains WorkLearn how the length of hydrocarbon atom chains have different properties, producing substances such as kerosene, methane and other forms of fossil fuel. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about fossil fuels.Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com4 min
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