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Question 1 Rapport
X is a substance which liberates CO2 on treatment with concentrated H2 SO4 . A warm solution of X can decolorize acidified KMnO4 . X is
Détails de la réponse
It should be noted that for X to liberate CO2
, X must be a carbonate or an oxalate. Since X decolorizes KMnO4
, X must be an oxalate.
Therefore, X is H2
C2
O4
.
Question 2 Rapport
Which of the following does not support the fact that air is a mixture?
Détails de la réponse
The option that does not support the fact that air is a mixture is "the constituents of air are in a fixed proportion by mass". Air is a mixture of different gases, primarily nitrogen (78%) and oxygen (21%), with small amounts of other gases such as carbon dioxide, argon, and neon. The proportion of each gas in air is not fixed and can vary depending on the location and other factors. For example, the amount of carbon dioxide in air can increase in areas with high levels of pollution, while the proportion of oxygen can decrease at high altitudes. Therefore, the composition of air is not in a fixed proportion by mass. On the other hand, the fact that air cannot be represented with a chemical formula and its constituents can be separated by physical means support the fact that air is a mixture. A chemical formula represents a pure substance, and since air is a mixture of gases, it cannot be represented by a single formula. Air can be separated into its individual components through physical means such as distillation or filtration, which is a characteristic of mixtures.
Question 3 Rapport
Which of the following pairs cannot be represented with a chemical formula?
Détails de la réponse
The pair that cannot be represented with a chemical formula is air and bronze. Air is a mixture of several gases, primarily nitrogen (N₂) and oxygen (O₂), with small amounts of other gases such as argon (Ar), carbon dioxide (CO₂), and neon (Ne). Since air is a mixture and not a pure substance, it cannot be represented by a chemical formula. Bronze, on the other hand, is an alloy composed mainly of copper (Cu) and tin (Sn) with small amounts of other metals. The composition of bronze can vary depending on the specific alloy, but it can be represented by a chemical formula such as CuSn. Sodium chloride (NaCl) is a compound composed of sodium (Na) and chlorine (Cl) in a fixed ratio of 1:1, and it can be represented by a chemical formula. Similarly, copper (Cu) and sodium chloride (NaCl) can each be represented by a chemical formula. Cu is an element, so its chemical formula is simply its symbol, while NaCl is a compound with a fixed ratio of sodium and chlorine atoms. Caustic soda (sodium hydroxide, NaOH) and washing soda (sodium carbonate, Na₂CO₃) are both compounds that can be represented by chemical formulas. NaOH consists of one sodium atom, one oxygen atom, and one hydrogen atom, while Na₂CO₃ consists of two sodium atoms, one carbon atom, and three oxygen atoms.
Question 4 Rapport
The following are isoelectronic ions except
Détails de la réponse
Two or more ions are said to be isoelectronic if they have the same electronic structure and the same number of valence electrons.
Na+
= 10 electrons = 2, 8
Mg2+
= 10 electrons = 2,8
O2−
= 10 electrons = 2,8
Si2+
= 12 electrons = 2,8,2
⟹
Si2+
is not isoelectronic with the rest.
Question 5 Rapport
The shapes of water, ammonia, carbon (iv) oxide and methane are respectively
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Question 6 Rapport
Which of the following describes the chemical property of acids?
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Question 7 Rapport
Which important nitrogen-containing compound is produced in Haber's process?
Détails de la réponse
The important nitrogen-containing compound that is produced in Haber's process is NH3, which is also known as ammonia. Haber's process is a chemical process used to produce ammonia by reacting nitrogen gas (N2) and hydrogen gas (H2) under high pressure and temperature in the presence of an iron catalyst. The reaction between nitrogen and hydrogen produces ammonia as the main product, along with some nitrogen and hydrogen gases that do not react. NH3 is an important compound that is widely used in industry for the production of fertilizers, plastics, and other chemical products. It is also used as a cleaning agent, a refrigerant, and a fuel for engines. In addition, NH3 is an essential compound for life, as it is a key component of amino acids, which are the building blocks of proteins.
Question 8 Rapport
A solution X, on mixing with AgNO3 solution gives a white precipitate soluble in aqueous NH3 , a solution Y, when also added to X, also gives a white precipitate which is soluble when heated solutions X and Y respectively contain
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Question 9 Rapport
The part of the total energy of a system that accounts for the useful work done in a system is known as
Détails de la réponse
The part of the total energy of a system that accounts for the useful work done in a system is known as "Gibbs free energy". Gibbs free energy is a thermodynamic property that represents the amount of energy that can be converted into useful work in a system. It takes into account both the energy of the system and the entropy, or disorder, of the system. In other words, Gibbs free energy is a measure of the energy available to do work, taking into account the energy that is unavailable due to entropy. In simple terms, if a system has a high Gibbs free energy, it has a lot of energy available to do work, and if a system has a low Gibbs free energy, it has little energy available to do work.
Question 10 Rapport
What volume of 0.100M sodium trioxonitrate (V) solution contains 5g of solute.
[Na = 23, N = 14, O = 16]
Détails de la réponse
To calculate the volume of a solution, we need to use the formula: moles of solute = concentration x volume First, let's find the number of moles of sodium trioxonitrate (V) in 5g of the solute. The molar mass of NaNO3 is: Na = 23 N = 14 3 x O = 3 x 16 = 48 Molar mass = 23 + 14 + 48 = 85 g/mol The number of moles of NaNO3 in 5g is: moles = mass / molar mass = 5 / 85 = 0.0588 moles Now, we can use the formula above to find the volume of the solution: moles of solute = concentration x volume volume = moles of solute / concentration volume = 0.0588 moles / 0.100 M volume = 0.588 litres Therefore, the correct answer is 0.588 litres of 0.100M sodium trioxonitrate (V) solution contains 5g of solute.
Question 11 Rapport
Methane is prepared in the laboratory by heating a mixture of sodium ethanoate with soda lime. The chemical constituent(s) of soda lime is/are
Détails de la réponse
The chemical constituent of soda lime used to prepare methane in the laboratory is Ca(OH)2 (calcium hydroxide) and NaOH (sodium hydroxide). Soda lime is a mixture of these two compounds. When sodium ethanoate (NaC2H3O2) is heated with soda lime, it undergoes a reaction known as the Kolbe's reaction, which produces methane gas (CH4) as one of the products. The reaction can be represented as follows: 2NaC2H3O2 + 2Ca(OH)2 → 2CH4 + 2NaOH + 2CaCO3 In this reaction, the sodium ethanoate reacts with the calcium hydroxide to form calcium acetate (Ca(C2H3O2)2) and sodium hydroxide. The calcium acetate then decomposes to produce methane gas and calcium carbonate (CaCO3), which is a solid precipitate. Therefore, the chemical constituents of soda lime used to prepare methane in the laboratory are calcium hydroxide (Ca(OH)2) and sodium hydroxide (NaOH).
Question 12 Rapport
Which of the following statements does not show Rutherford's account of Nuclear Theory? An atom contains a region
Détails de la réponse
Rutherford's account of Nuclear theory does not include the fact that atoms contain a massive region and cause deflection of from projectiles.
Question 15 Rapport
Elements X and Y have electronic configurations 1s2 2s2 2p4 and 1s2 2s2 2p6 3s2 3p1 respectively. When they combine, the formula of the compound formed is
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Question 16 Rapport
If acidified Potassium Dichromate(VI) (K2 Cr2 O7 ) acts as oxidizing agent, color changes from
Détails de la réponse
Potassium Dichromate (VI), when it is acidified, acts as an oxidizing agent. When this happens, the color changes from orange to green. This is because the orange color of the potassium dichromate is due to the presence of Cr(VI) ions, which are oxidized to Cr(III) ions. The green color that is produced is due to the formation of chromium(III) ions. In this reaction, the dichromate ions are being oxidized, which means that they are losing electrons, and the chromium ions are being reduced, which means that they are gaining electrons. The transfer of electrons causes the color change from orange to green.
Question 17 Rapport
At 27°C, 58.5g of sodium chloride is present in 250cm3 of a solution. The solubility of sodium chloride at this temperature is?
(molar mass of sodium chloride = 111.0gmol−1 )
Détails de la réponse
Given the Mass of the salt = 58.5g
Volume = 250 cm3
= 0.25 dm3
Mass concentration = MassVolume
= 58.50.25
= 234 gdm−3
Solubility (in moldm−3
= 234111
= 2.11 moldm−3
≊
2.0 moldm−3
Question 18 Rapport
The electronic configuration of element Z is 1s2 2s2 2p6 3s2 3p1 . What is the formula of the compound formed between Z and tetraoxosulphate (VI) ion.
Détails de la réponse
Z = 1s2
2s2
2p6
3s2
3p1
?
We have Z3+
and SO2?4
The reaction : Z3+
+ SO2?4
?
Z2
(SO4
)3
.
Question 19 Rapport
Elements in the periodic table are arranged in the order of their
Détails de la réponse
Elements in the periodic table are arranged in the order of their atomic numbers. The atomic number of an element is the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom of that element. The elements are arranged in order of increasing atomic number from left to right and from top to bottom in the periodic table. The elements in each row, also known as a period, have the same number of electron shells, while the elements in each column, also known as a group or family, have the same number of valence electrons. This arrangement makes it possible to predict the chemical and physical properties of an element based on its position in the periodic table. Therefore, the correct answer is: - atomic numbers
Question 20 Rapport
Which quantum divides shells into orbitals?
Détails de la réponse
The quantum that divides shells into orbitals is the "Azimuthal" quantum number, also known as the "angular momentum" quantum number. The azimuthal quantum number determines the shape of an electron's orbital, which is a region in space where there is a high probability of finding an electron. It describes the angular momentum of an electron in an atom and the number of subshells within a given shell. Each subshell is associated with a specific shape, and can hold a certain number of electrons. The azimuthal quantum number is represented by the letter "l" and can have integer values ranging from 0 to (n-1), where "n" is the principal quantum number. Each value of "l" corresponds to a different subshell shape: - l = 0 corresponds to an "s" subshell, which is spherical in shape. - l = 1 corresponds to a "p" subshell, which has a dumbbell shape with two lobes. - l = 2 corresponds to a "d" subshell, which has a more complex shape with four lobes and a doughnut-like ring. - l = 3 corresponds to an "f" subshell, which has an even more complex shape with eight lobes. The number of orbitals within a subshell is equal to 2l+1. For example, a "p" subshell (l = 1) has three orbitals (2l+1 = 3), which are labeled as "px", "py", and "pz". In summary, the azimuthal quantum number determines the shape of the electron's orbital and the number of subshells within a given shell, and it is represented by the letter "l".
Question 21 Rapport
When the end alkyl groups of ethyl ethanoate are interchanged, the compound formed is
Détails de la réponse
The compound formed when the end alkyl groups of ethyl ethanoate are interchanged is ethyl propanoate. This is because ethyl ethanoate consists of two parts: the "ethyl" group and the "ethanoate" group. The ethyl group is a two-carbon chain, and the ethanoate group is a combination of a one-carbon chain and a carbonyl group (C=O) that is also attached to an oxygen atom. When the end alkyl groups are interchanged, the "ethyl" group is moved from the second carbon to the first carbon of the ethanoate group, and the "propanoate" group is formed. The "propanoate" group consists of a three-carbon chain and the carbonyl group. Therefore, the resulting compound is ethyl propanoate, which has a chemical formula of CH3CH2COOCH2CH3. This compound is commonly used as a flavoring agent and has a fruity odor reminiscent of pears.
Question 22 Rapport
Which of the following is the best starting material for the preparation of oxygen? Heating of trioxonitrate (v) with
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Question 23 Rapport
Which of the following factors will speed up the rate of evolution of carbon (iv) oxide in the reaction below?
2HCl + CaCO3 → CaCl2 + H2 O + CO2
Détails de la réponse
The following factors increase a reaction rate
- Increase in concentration of reactants
- Increase in temperature
- Addition of catalyst
- Increase in the surface area of reactant(s)
Question 24 Rapport
A cell shorthand notation can be written as A / A+ // B2+ /B. The double slash in the notation represents the
Détails de la réponse
The double slash in the cell shorthand notation represents the salt bridge. A salt bridge is a component of an electrochemical cell that connects the two half-cells and allows the flow of ions between them. It consists of an inert electrolyte solution (usually a salt) that is placed between the two half-cells. The purpose of the salt bridge is to maintain electrical neutrality in each half-cell by allowing the flow of ions to balance the charge buildup in the half-cells. In the cell shorthand notation, the double slash "//" represents the salt bridge that connects the two half-cells of the electrochemical cell. The first half-cell is represented on the left-hand side of the slash and the second half-cell is represented on the right-hand side of the slash. The anode (where oxidation occurs) is represented on the left side, and the cathode (where reduction occurs) is represented on the right side. Therefore, the correct answer is option number 3: salt bridge.
Question 25 Rapport
Which of the following gases contains the least number of atoms at s.t.p?
Détails de la réponse
At standard temperature and pressure (s.t.p), all gases have the same number of atoms or molecules. What changes between them is the volume they occupy, and this is dependent on their molecular mass and the number of moles. Comparing the number of moles between the gases listed above, 7 moles of argon will contain the most number of atoms, followed by 4 moles of chlorine, then 3 moles of ozone, and finally 1 mole of butane would contain the least number of atoms. In summary, the number of atoms in a gas sample depends on the number of moles, but at s.t.p, the volume occupied by each gas depends on its molecular mass and the number of moles.
Question 26 Rapport
The velocity, V of a gas is related to its mass, M by (k = proportionality constant)
Détails de la réponse
Recall:
V = √3RTM
∴V∝1√M
V=k√M
V = kM12
Question 27 Rapport
Which of the following pollutants will lead to the depletion of ozone layer?
Détails de la réponse
The pollutant that leads to the depletion of the ozone layer is chlorofluorocarbon (CFCs). CFCs are man-made chemicals that were widely used in the past as refrigerants, solvents, and propellants. When CFCs are released into the atmosphere, they rise into the stratosphere, where they come into contact with ozone molecules. The chlorine atoms in CFCs react with ozone, breaking apart the ozone molecules and causing a reduction in the overall amount of ozone in the stratosphere. This process continues until all of the ozone-depleting chlorine atoms have been depleted. The resulting decrease in ozone in the stratosphere leads to an increase in the amount of harmful ultraviolet radiation that reaches the Earth's surface, which can have negative impacts on human health and the environment.
Question 28 Rapport
Which of the following will give a precipitate with an aqueous solution of copper (I) chloride?
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Question 29 Rapport
Consider the reaction
A(s) + 2B(g) → 2C(aq) + D(g)
What will be the effect of a decrease in pressure on the reaction?
Détails de la réponse
Given: The equation below
A(s) + 2B(g) → 2C(aq) + D(g)
Since we have a higher number of moles of gaseous species on the LHS, i.e 2, a decrease in pressure will favor the forward reaction.
Question 30 Rapport
In the reaction between sodium hydroxide and tetraoxosulphate (VI) solutions, what volume of 0.5 molar sodium hydroxide would exactly neutralize 10cm3 of 1.25 molar tetraoxosulphate (vi) acid?
Détails de la réponse
Equation of reaction : 2NaOH + H2 SO4 → Na2 SO4 + 2H2 O
Concentration of a base, CB = 0.5M
Volume of acid, VA = 10cm3
Concentration of an acid, CA = 1.25M
Volume of base, VB = ?
Recall:
CAVACBVB=nAnB
... (1)
N.B: From the equation,
nAnB=12
From (1)
1.25×100.5×VB=12
12.50.5VB=12
25 = 0.5VB
VB = 50.0 cm3
Question 31 Rapport
200cm3 of 0.50mol/dm3 solution of calcium hydrogen trioxocarbonate (IV) is heated. The maximum weight of solid precipitated is
Détails de la réponse
To solve this problem, we need to use the concept of stoichiometry and the solubility product constant (Ksp) of calcium hydrogen trioxocarbonate (IV). First, we need to write the balanced equation for the reaction that occurs when the solution of calcium hydrogen trioxocarbonate (IV) is heated: Ca(HCO3)2(s) → CaCO3(s) + H2O(g) + CO2(g) From the balanced equation, we can see that 1 mole of calcium hydrogen trioxocarbonate (IV) produces 1 mole of calcium carbonate. Therefore, we need to determine the number of moles of calcium hydrogen trioxocarbonate (IV) in the solution: Number of moles = concentration x volume Number of moles = 0.50 mol/dm³ x 0.2 dm³ Number of moles = 0.1 mol Since 1 mole of calcium hydrogen trioxocarbonate (IV) produces 1 mole of calcium carbonate, the number of moles of calcium carbonate produced will also be 0.1 mol. Next, we need to use the solubility product constant (Ksp) of calcium carbonate to determine the maximum amount of solid that can be precipitated: Ksp = [Ca²⁺][CO3²⁻] Ksp = 3.3 x 10⁻⁹ (at 25°C) At the maximum amount of solid precipitated, all the calcium carbonate formed will have precipitated, and the concentration of calcium ions and carbonate ions will be equal. Therefore, we can assume that the concentration of calcium ions and carbonate ions is both x. Substituting into the Ksp expression: Ksp = x² 3.3 x 10⁻⁹ = x² x = 5.74 x 10⁻⁵ mol/dm³ The mass of calcium carbonate precipitated can now be calculated: Mass = number of moles x molar mass Mass = 0.1 mol x 100.1 g/mol Mass = 10.01 g Therefore, the maximum weight of solid precipitated is approximately 10 g. Note that this calculation assumes that all the calcium carbonate precipitated as a solid, which may not always be the case in a real-world experiment. Additionally, this calculation does not take into account any losses due to filtration or other experimental errors.
Question 32 Rapport
Which of the following could not be alkane?
Détails de la réponse
An alkane is a type of hydrocarbon with only single bonds between the carbon atoms. It follows the general formula CnH2n+2, where "n" is the number of carbon atoms in the molecule. To determine whether a molecule is an alkane or not, we can calculate its molecular formula and check if it fits the general formula of alkane. Out of the given options, the third one (C7H14) cannot be an alkane. To see why, let's use the general formula of alkane, which is CnH2n+2. For C7H14 to be an alkane, it should have 2n+2 = 2(7) + 2 = 16 hydrogen atoms. However, C7H14 has only 14 hydrogen atoms, which means it does not follow the general formula of alkane. Therefore, C7H14 cannot be an alkane. The other options are as follows: - C4H10: This is butane, which is an alkane with four carbon atoms. - C5H12: This is pentane, which is an alkane with five carbon atoms. - C8H18: This is octane, which is an alkane with eight carbon atoms. In summary, the molecule C7H14 cannot be an alkane because it does not follow the general formula of alkane, while the other options are all examples of alkanes.
Question 33 Rapport
Which of the following represents the kind of bonding present in ammonium chloride?
Détails de la réponse
Ammonium chloride contains both ionic and covalent bonds. In ammonium chloride, the ammonium ion (NH4+) is positively charged and the chloride ion (Cl-) is negatively charged. These ions are held together by ionic bonds, which are formed between positively and negatively charged ions. However, the bond between the hydrogen atom in the ammonium ion and the nitrogen atom in the ammonium ion is also a covalent bond. This type of covalent bond is known as a dative covalent bond, or a coordinate covalent bond, because the electron pair being shared is supplied by one atom only (the nitrogen atom in this case). So, the kind of bonding present in ammonium chloride is both ionic and dative covalent. In simple terms, ammonium chloride contains both ionic bonds between its positive and negative ions, and a dative covalent bond between the hydrogen atom and nitrogen atom within the ammonium ion.
Question 35 Rapport
Which of the following metals is the most essential in the regulation of blood volume, blood pressure and osmotic equilibrium?
Détails de la réponse
The metal that is most essential in the regulation of blood volume, blood pressure, and osmotic equilibrium is sodium. Sodium is a key electrolyte that helps maintain the balance of fluids in the body, including blood volume and blood pressure. Sodium ions are positively charged and are attracted to negatively charged ions, such as chloride (Cl-) and bicarbonate (HCO3-), which together help regulate the pH of the blood. Sodium is also essential for maintaining osmotic equilibrium, which refers to the balance of solutes between cells and the extracellular fluid. Osmotic equilibrium is critical for proper cellular function and is regulated by the movement of water and electrolytes, including sodium, in and out of cells. While the other metals listed (zinc, manganese, and iron) are important for various functions in the body, such as enzyme activity and oxygen transport, they are not directly involved in regulating blood volume, blood pressure, and osmotic equilibrium in the same way that sodium is. Therefore, the answer is not options 1, 2, or 4, and the correct answer is: sodium.
Question 36 Rapport
Sulphur exists in six forms in the solid state. This property is known as
Détails de la réponse
The property of sulfur existing in six different forms in the solid-state is known as allotropy. Allotropy is a phenomenon where an element can exist in multiple forms, called allotropes, that have different physical and chemical properties but are composed of the same atoms. These different forms arise due to differences in the arrangement of atoms or molecules within the substance. In the case of sulfur, it can exist in multiple solid-state allotropes, including rhombic, monoclinic, and plastic sulfur, among others. Each of these allotropes has a different crystal structure, melting point, and other physical and chemical properties, even though they are all composed of sulfur atoms. Allotropy is a common phenomenon observed in many elements, including carbon, oxygen, and phosphorus, among others.
Question 37 Rapport
Which of the following conditions will most enhance the spontaneity of a reaction?
Détails de la réponse
The condition that will most enhance the spontaneity of a reaction is when ΔH is negative (i.e., the reaction releases heat) and ΔS is positive (i.e., the reaction increases the disorder or randomness of the system). This is because a negative ΔH indicates that the reaction releases energy, which is favorable for a spontaneous reaction, while a positive ΔS indicates that the system becomes more disordered, which is also favorable for spontaneous reactions. Among the given options, the first condition of a negative and greater ΔH than ΔS is the best option for enhancing the spontaneity of a reaction. The other options have either a positive ΔH or a zero ΔS, which is not favorable for spontaneous reactions.
Question 38 Rapport
Consider the reaction: A + 2B(g)⇌ 2C + D(g) (Δ H = +ve)
What will be the effect of decrease in temperature on the reaction?
Détails de la réponse
The effect of a decrease in temperature on the reaction will be that the rate of the backward reaction will increase. In a chemical reaction, the rate of the forward and backward reactions are determined by the activation energy required for each step and the temperature of the system. When the temperature is decreased, the rate of the reaction decreases, and the rate of the backward reaction increases. This shift in the rate of the backward reaction means that there will be a shift in the position of the equilibrium of the reaction. As the rate of the backward reaction increases, the concentration of the reactants will increase and the concentration of the products will decrease, leading to a decrease in the overall yield of the products. In this reaction, as ΔH (the change in enthalpy) is positive, which means that the reaction is endothermic. Endothermic reactions absorb heat from the surroundings to proceed, so a decrease in temperature will lead to a decrease in the rate of the forward reaction and an increase in the rate of the backward reaction. This shift in the rate of the backward reaction will shift the position of the equilibrium of the reaction to the left, leading to an increase in the concentration of the reactants and a decrease in the concentration of the products.
Question 39 Rapport
A synthetic rubber is obtained from the polymerization of
Détails de la réponse
A synthetic rubber is obtained from the polymerization of isoprene. Isoprene is a type of hydrocarbon that can be polymerized, or chemically joined together, to form long chains. This process is called polymerization, and the resulting material is called a polymer. When isoprene is polymerized, it forms a synthetic rubber, which is a type of polymer that is used in a wide range of products, including tires, hoses, and adhesives. Synthetic rubber offers several advantages over natural rubber, including improved durability and resistance to heat, ozone, and chemicals.
Question 40 Rapport
If the cost of electricity required to discharge 10g of an ion X3+ is N20.00, how much would it cost to discharge 6g of ion Y2+ ?
[1 faraday = 96,500C, atomic masses are X = 27, Y = 24]
Détails de la réponse
X3+
+ 3e−
→
X
3F = 27g
xF = 10g
x3=1027⟹x=109F
109
F ≡
N20.00
1F is equivalent to x
1109=x20
910=x20⟹x=N18.00
1F is equivalent to N18.00.
Y2+
+ 2e−
→
Y
2F = 24g
xF = 6g
x = 6×224=12F
1F = N18.00
12
F = 12×N18.00
= N9.00
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