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Standard form, also known as scientific notation in the US, is a method of expressing very large or very small numbers. It's used in science and math as shorthand, rather than writing out the full number every time you use it. This form also makes doing c...

Roasting nuts dramatically improves their flavor, and fills your kitchen with a warm, nutty scent. The oven is the easiest way to roast large batches, but you can use the stovetop or even the microwave to save time. There's a fine line between roasted and...

Protein shakes are a simple way to prep muscle before a workout or help rebuild muscle post workout. Of course, one of the best ways to get the protein your body and muscles need is through solid food, but as you probably know, it's not always easy to get...

The “Bradford” pear (Pyrus calleryana “Bradford”) is a callery pear cultivar that grows 2 to 3 feet (61 to 91 cm) per year to a height of 50 feet.[1] X Research source While at first blush this speedy growth rate may like a good thing, trees...

You've dug yourself down a deep, deep hole in Minecraft to harvest some materials, before you realize that you can't actually get yourself back up again. Don't panic. The worst thing that can happen is (heaven forbid) a creeper falls down the hole at nigh...

Whether you like to camp with your kids or enjoy spending time playing in the snow with them, it makes sense to waterproof their clothing. You might not have the money to purchase full waterproof gear for your kids, so doing it yourself is a great way to...

Have you arrived in the Canadian prairie province, Saskatchewan, and suddenly realised that you have no idea how to face the severely cold temperatures that are coming? Never fear––some really great winter dressing steps which are uniquely specific to a...

Roll up blinds are an attractive way to cover your windows, but they can be tricky to roll up evenly. Fortunately, most roll up blinds are very simple to use. Before you roll up your blinds, check to see if they use a cord pull, are spring-loaded, or are...

Do you need to fix or repair the glass on the back of your Samsung Galaxy? Taking your phone apart is an advanced repair technique and can damage or even permanently disable your phone. Removing the back cover of your Samsung Galaxy phone will void your w...

Do you want to add a business on Google Maps? There are millions of small businesses around the world that are on Google Maps, and customers use Google Maps every day to find them. You can add your business to Google Maps by starting a Google Business Pr...

Logging in is the process of access an online service or electronic device using a unique identifier and a password. This wikiHow article teaches you how to log into any website or service via your computer or smartphone.

Satellite phones have opened up lines of communications in areas where terrestrial cell phone service can’t reach. These calls are usually made at a higher cost, between $1.50 and $13 per minute. Calls to a satellite phone numbers are made in a similar ma...

Watermelon seeds for planting are fairly inexpensive and readily available at seed stores. But you can also easily collect seeds from ripe watermelons in the summer and store them for planting the following spring. Collecting the seeds also allows you to...

Alder is a medium-density hardwood that is often used with furniture, trim, doors and finer finishing. It can be stained to resemble most popular wood finishes, but it is a notoriously difficult wood to stain, as it often results in uneven coloring withou...

Like the game Stratego but can't seem to win at it? Here are some tips for winning!

There are few dogs out there cuter than a pug. From the wrinkles to those two little black eyes, they’re almost too cute too handle. Unfortunately, if your parents aren’t automatically on board, you may need to persuade them. If you need help figuring out...