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A wonderful and marvelous collection of answers to intriguing questions everyone ask about the world covering almost every subject, from science and history to art, language, mathematics, technology, and homeschooling

what causes ocean tides
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What Causes Ocean Tides?

What Causes Ocean Tides? Tides are the rise and fall of the levels of the ocean. They are caused by the gravitational pull of the Sun and Mo

why do we sleep
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Why Do We Sleep?

No one knows for certain why we sleep, but we all need it. Some researchers think that it provides essential rest for both the body and the

how does hair grow
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How Does Hair Grow?

How Does Hair Grow? Hair grows out of tiny openings (or follicles) in the skin. Each hair is a series of scaly cells piled one on top of the

what are food calories
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What Are Food Calories?

What Are Food Calories? Food calories are the units we use in measuring the energy values of different foods. The foods that we eat furnish