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Autos > Engine Repair How to know when to replace spark plugs
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In a gasoline engine the ignition system sends a high-voltage electrical current to the spark plug at just the right time to, as the name "spark plug implies, create a spark to ignite the gasoline in each cylinder at the appropriate time. This burning gasoline is what pushes the pistons down and provides the energy that make... More..

Home & Garden > Gardening (Other) Garden digging do's and don'ts
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Proper soil preparation is essential for a healthy garden. Preparing the soil is done by digging and turning the soil to provide proper aeration and loosening the soil so the plants can root properly. There are some techniques to follow to properly prepare your soil for a strong and productive garden. Do Do select an appropr... More..

Health & Fitness > Nutrition Basics Health benefits of blueberries
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Delicious and versatile, the humble blueberry may be the very best fruit you could consider adding to your diet for nutritional benefits. Full of vitamins and anti-oxidants, recent studies have indicated that there is far more to this humble fruit than previously thought. The Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts... More..

Autos > Engine Repair How to replace a fuel filter
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Replacing a fuel filter is, in most cases, a very simple job for the DIY mechanic. If you are experienced at working on your vehicle it may take as little as five minutes. Even a novice mechanic should be able to do the job in less than a half hour. There may be, however, some tricks that are necessary to do this safely. On ... More..

Arts & Humanities > Philosophical Concepts The myth of progressive historicism
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The belief that human civilization is continually advancing is called progressive historicism. This theory states that as time progresses human societies inevitably become more advanced than the societies that came before them. There are many issues with this concept, not the least of which is that history, itself, shows it ... More..

Arts & Humanities > Classical Lit & Mythology Ancient myths that have become a reality
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Folklore and myth have brought us many stories of fantastic and unbelievable events. Most of these stories have been discounted by learned scholars throughout history who consider most to be simply lessons in how to live told by priests and shaman to gullible peoples. However, as we learn more and more about prehistory, it a... More..

Autos > Engine Repair How to change an air filter
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Changing your vehicles air filter may be the easiest maintenance you can do, and can provide great benefits to the environment and your pocketbook. For your engine to run at its optimum efficiency it has to have air with which to burn fuel. That air has to be clean in order to prevent wear and damage to the engine. That's wh... More..

Autos > Engine Repair How to replace an electric fuel pump
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You've performed all of this troubleshooting and determined you need to replace your fuel pump. Don't worry. This isn't too tough of a job, even at its worst. Before you begin you should disconnect the negative battery cable to avoid a fuel fire from a stray spark. If the fuel pump is located outside of the tank it is quite ... More..

Sciences > Water & Oceanography The nautical mile: Its length and definition
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Unlike the standard mile that Americans are used to using, the nautical mile is based on standard dimensions of the Earth. The international mile, used in the United States as a measurement of length, is derived from an ancient Roman measurement of one thousand paces. Much like the foot, based on the length of a man's foot, ... More..

Home & Garden > Electrical Repairs Choosing energy-efficient bulbs
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Driven by concerns about expenses and the environment, people today are looking for ways to reduce their energy usage. In your home at least 25% of your electrical usage is lighting. If you use gas or oil for heating and cooking that number could be much higher, as much as 60% and more. Using more efficient lighting have a s... More..

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