Tools
Why Torx Screws Resist Cam-Out
The star-shaped Torx recess gives the driver broad contact surfaces and directs less force toward pushing the bit out of the screw.
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Kitchen
Why Wooden Spoons Stay Comfortable in Hot Pots
Wood conducts heat much more slowly than metal, so the handle of a wooden spoon does not rapidly become as hot as the food or pan it touches.
Technology
Why Computers Slow Down When They Get Too Hot
Processors monitor temperature and can reduce clock speed or power consumption when cooling cannot keep up with generated heat.
Kitchen
Why Brown Sugar Turns Into a Brick
Brown sugar contains molasses and normally holds some moisture. As that moisture escapes, the crystals bind together into a hard mass.
Hardened brown sugar can be softened by placing a damp paper towel inside an open plastic bag and placing inside the sugar container. Leave it sealed for several days for the full softening effect.