The big melt
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Predictions indicate that many of the world's mountain tops will be completely melted within the next 20 years, while glaciers in the United States, New Zealand, Russia and Europe will also recede. Raised levels of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases are to blame.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 2001
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Purple people pleaser
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The Plymouth Prowler automobile is the first US-manufactured production model that has an aluminum frame, suspension hardware, body, driveshaft, seat frames and rear brake rotors. The aluminum components make up one third of the Prowler's curb weight.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1996
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Diver's delight
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Consumer versions of the rebreather are penetrating the scuba diving market. The rebreather recycles exhaled gas and enables divers to remain submerged 3-10 times longer than conventional scuba gear.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1995
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