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E78 ELECTRICITY
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These days, we can't imagine a world without electricity, but it hasn't been that long since we tamed this mighty beast. It's always been around in the form of lightning and static, but what are its origins, and where have we taken it? As always, click on the pics for extra amp-le facts (see what we did there?)
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E82 BERRIES
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E81 SKIING
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E80 ROADS
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E79 SOUP
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E77 BEARDS
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