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Why are propellers on the front of planes but the rear of boats?

The original thread on r/explainlikeimfive is here. Questions asked by u/Tomoyboy

Historically plane propellers were attached directly to the engine via the propeller shaft. You would not want…

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Why aren’t you supposed to eat moldy food when penicillin is made from mold?

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If ants love sugar, and bees make honey, why aren’t bee hives constantly attacked by ants?

Original Thread: r/explainlikeimfive by u/Dr_Shocktopuss

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Why do mobile game apps advertise a product that is nothing at all like the game itself?

Original Thread is r/explainlikeimfive by u/MurrayInBocaRaton

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