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What Are Real Numbers?
Real numbers are the opposite of imaginary numbers and include every number you can think of.
Why You Want Your Kid's School Bus to Be Electric
Electric school buses are a very, very good idea. They cut greenhouse emissions, for one, but there are several more reasons the U.S. should transition its massive diesel-fueled school bus fleet to electric.
Why Some Cultures Require Women to Wear Veils
Burqas are commonly associated with repression and religious extremism. But to many people, the veil is a sign of modesty and piety, as well as a badge of honor. What is the true meaning of the veil?
