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Can we build full-size buildings using LEGO-like bricks?
Engineering, Technology Caitlin Olson 5/8/25 Engineering, Technology Caitlin Olson 5/8/25

Can we build full-size buildings using LEGO-like bricks?

The ultimate LEGO expansion pack

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How will 3D printing organs work?
Anatomy, Technology Caitlin Olson 4/24/25 Anatomy, Technology Caitlin Olson 4/24/25

How will 3D printing organs work?

This ain’t your grandma's HP printer

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Why is it easier to balance a bike in motion?
Science, Life Skills, Physics Caitlin Olson 9/13/24 Science, Life Skills, Physics Caitlin Olson 9/13/24

Why is it easier to balance a bike in motion?

It’s easier to ride a bike than to understand why it’s easy to ride a bike.

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How does your phone track steps?
Engineering, Technology, Physics Caitlin Olson 9/13/24 Engineering, Technology, Physics Caitlin Olson 9/13/24

How does your phone track steps?

I’ll walk you through it step-by-step.

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Why are motorcycles so loud?
Engineering, Culture, Technology Caitlin Olson 9/13/24 Engineering, Culture, Technology Caitlin Olson 9/13/24

Why are motorcycles so loud?

VROOM!

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How are magnets manufactured?
Engineering, Technology, Science, Physics Caitlin Olson 1/11/24 Engineering, Technology, Science, Physics Caitlin Olson 1/11/24

How are magnets manufactured?

It takes a powerful magnet to make lots of other magnets.

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What is the difference between 4WD and AWD?
Technology, Life Skills Caitlin Olson 12/28/23 Technology, Life Skills Caitlin Olson 12/28/23

What is the difference between 4WD and AWD?

What’s the same? Well, both types will always have four wheels.

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