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Article created by: Justinas Keturka

While possessing the ultimate knowledge might be impossible due to many physical limits (unless you have a genie lamp stashed away somewhere), this doesn’t stop human curiosity from discovering, learning, and sharing as much as we can about the things that surround us. 

One proof of this is the How Things Work Instagram account, which contains various tidbits of information about anything and everything. Aiming to educate and empower its 1.9 million followers daily, it provides explanations and facts about our world that we don’t usually go out of our way to find. Scroll down to discover them, and don’t forget to upvote and share your favorites with fellow curious people!

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Handwritten letter shared in an eBay VHS player sale story illustrating how things work and surprising connections.

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    70-year-old man holding a framed before photo of a forest he restored, showcasing how things work in nature.

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    Side-by-side profile images of two French Bulldogs illustrating how things work in dog breeding and genetics.

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    Samsung safety truck displays road ahead on screen to help drivers pass safely, showcasing how things work in technology.

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    Bionic reading method explained, showing how brain and eyes work together to improve focus and reading speed effectively.

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    Man sharing a story about racial discrimination lawsuit and bank misunderstanding, illustrating how things work in real cases.

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    Canadian Naval Diving Academy graduation photo taken underwater showing divers in uniform with diving helmet prop.

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    Tiered design lawn in Shanghai with trees, showing how things work as office workers relax and take lunch breaks outdoors.

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    Volvo’s invention of the three-point seatbelt in 1959 as a life-saving innovation explained.

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    Puppy and cheetah cub bonding in a zoo setting showing curious animal behavior and emotions in nature.

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    Packaging with a cartoon squirrel face holding walnuts, illustrating creative how things work in product design and marketing.

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    Baby elephant hiding behind a light pole in a field at night, illustrating curious wildlife behavior in how things work.

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    Clear, detailed image of Jupiter showing swirling storms and cloud patterns, illustrating how things work in planetary science.

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    Stadium worker and friend share warm support moments showing how human connections work in everyday life.

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    140-year-old tortoise with her 4-day-old baby on her head, showcasing fascinating animal curiosities and how things work.

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    1800s couple portraits showing how things work with emotions as they try not to laugh during their photoshoot.

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    Visitors caged inside a metal enclosure while lions roam freely outside and on top at a wildlife zoo concept.

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    Man saying goodbye to the last male Northern White Rhino, illustrating important facts and curiosities about species extinction.

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    Man with his blind brother on a custom bike designed for him to feel the wind, showing unique how things work innovation.

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    A unique beach in Japan where snow, sand, and sea meet, illustrating fascinating facts about how things work in nature.

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    A tortoise with a long neck helped save its species from extinction, demonstrating how things work in nature.

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    Two surgeons resting on the floor after a 32-hour brain tumor surgery, showing resilience and dedication in how things work.

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    Cats of different species stretching in various environments illustrating how things work in nature.

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    Baby stingrays with translucent bodies revealing internal features, illustrating fascinating how things work facts.

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    Before and after images of architectural revival in Budapest showing transformation from modernist to classical building design.

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    Two lizards demonstrating how things work as the male supports the female while she naps hanging upside down.

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    Diver underwater between two tectonic plates touching North America and Europe, illustrating how things work naturally.

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    Aerial view of wildlife bridges over highways, showcasing how things work to protect animal lives and maintain natural habitats.

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    Adult German Shepherd with dwarfism standing on a sidewalk next to a person, illustrating unique dog health facts and curiosities.

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    Strawberry life cycle shown in stages from flower bud to ripe fruit, illustrating how things work in nature.

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    Rainwater stored and used to clean streets in South Korea using a hydraulic system, showing wet road lines.

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    Three girls holding coffee cups outdoors under a red canopy illustrating how things work with curiosity.

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    Eagle foot compared to human hand showing size and sharp claws in how things work facts and curiosities.

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    Purple dental mold used for creating teeth impressions, illustrating how things work in everyday processes.

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    Heart surgeon resting after a long transplant surgery, showcasing how things work in medical procedures and recovery.

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    Close-up of a 191-year-old tortoise’s face, showcasing one of the fascinating how things work facts about longevity.

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    Gummy bear experiment demonstrating genetics concepts arranged in a family tree style to explain how things work.

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    GPS tracking map showing six wolf packs' territories, illustrating how things work in animal behavior and movement patterns.

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    Microscopic view of a blade of grass showing cell structures with smiley-like patterns in vibrant green and blue colors.

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    A ship transporting multiple smaller ships on water, illustrating how things work in shipping logistics.

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    Close-up of a sunflower showing hundreds of smaller flowers arranged with near perfect symmetry, explaining how things work.

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    Colorful illustrated map showing major geography terms like mountain, river, desert, glacier, and island for how things work facts.

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    Japanese toilet with a hand wash sink on top to reuse water for flushing, showcasing how things work efficiently.

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    Black motorcycle helmet with deep scratches on the visor and surface, showing how things work to prevent damage.

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    Underwater brinicle phenomenon known as the finger of death freezing marine life on the ocean floor explained how things work.

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    Before and after war photos of a soldier showing physical changes, illustrating fascinating how things work over time.

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    Wavy brick fences in England use fewer bricks than straight walls, supported by arch structures in the waves.

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    Underwater tunnel infrastructure showcasing engineering facts and curiosities connecting Denmark and Sweden across the sea.

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    Thermal image showing how heat absorption varies between different colored T-shirts in a visual explanation of how things work.




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