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In 1899 "Mile-a-Minute" Charles Murphy set a bicycle world record of 60 mph by riding behind a train to reduce drag, would this approach work for human runners as well to break the elusive 30 mph threshold?

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What amount of Coke + Mentos would I need if I wanted to get a 5-ft liftoff on a 330 lb man?

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If the world's supply of Helium is finite and running out, why does the price seem to be immune to the laws of supply and demand?

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If a python is wrapping itself around a small animal you wish to save, would the electric jolt of a taser gun tighten or loosen the grip?

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What is the scientific basis for Dr. Emoto's famous rice experiment demonstrating how human thoughts and intentions can alter physical reality?

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How long can sugar-based candy last before it actually goes bad or begins to taste different?

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The US post office allows for 70 lbs to ship anywhere in the US for a flat $7.15 (Small Box Flat Rate); what amount of Neutron Star material can I ship and stay within the limit (assume 5 lbs for lead box enclosure)?

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We've had wireless charging phone technology for years now, is there any reason we couldn't do the same with electric cars?

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If an empty bottle was dropped to the bottom of the ocean 100 years ago and filled with water as it fell, will the water found inside be the same as from the day that it sank?

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In 1899 "Mile-a-Minute" Charles Murphy set a bicycle world record of 60 mph by riding behind a train to reduce drag, would this approach work for human runners as well to break the elusive 30 mph threshold?	5358
What amount of Coke + Mentos would I need if I wanted to get a 5-ft liftoff on a 330 lb man?	1
If the world's supply of Helium is finite and running out, why does the price seem to be immune to the laws of supply and demand?	1
If a python is wrapping itself around a small animal you wish to save, would the electric jolt of a taser gun tighten or loosen the grip?	1
What is the scientific basis for Dr. Emoto's famous rice experiment demonstrating how human thoughts and intentions can alter physical reality?	1
How long can sugar-based candy last before it actually goes bad or begins to taste different?	1
The US post office allows for 70 lbs to ship anywhere in the US for a flat $7.15 (Small Box Flat Rate); what amount of Neutron Star material can I ship and stay within the limit (assume 5 lbs for lead box enclosure)?	1
We've had wireless charging phone technology for years now, is there any reason we couldn't do the same with electric cars?	1
If an empty bottle was dropped to the bottom of the ocean 100 years ago and filled with water as it fell, will the water found inside be the same as from the day that it sank?	1