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Why Shopping Carts Lock Up At The Parking Lot Edge
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Your microwave door is full of holes, so why doesn't it cook you? The door hides a metal mesh with holes far too small for microwaves to pass through, but plenty big enough for light. Hidden safety switches also cut power the moment you open the door.
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Why A Snapped Elevator Cable Won't Drop You
Almost everyone has wondered what happens if an elevator's cable snaps.
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How Pill Bottle Caps Outsmart Most Toddlers
Child-resistant medicine caps hide a two-part lock that only opens when you push down and turn at the same time.
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