| Topic 1 |
 Introduction |
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Walls - Classification |
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Load Bearing Wall |
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Non Load Bearing Wall |
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Room dividers |
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Types Of Building Walls |
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Boundary walls & Retaining walls |
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Curtain Wall & Window walls |
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Shared walls |
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Other Functional walls |
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Functional Characteristics Of Walls |
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Expressive Characteristics Of Walls |
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References |
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| Topic 2 |
Role Of External Wall In A Building |
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Materials For Exterior Wall |
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Masonry Wall |
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Stone wall |
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Brick wall |
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Solid masonry, without steel reinforcement |
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Reinforced concrete & Concrete blocks |
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Prefabricated wall |
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Wooden wall |
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Glass wall |
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Factors Influencing The Choice Of Materials |
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Performance And Longevity Of Materials |
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References |
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| Topic 3 |
Functions Of Internal Wall |
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Materials For Interior Walls |
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Masonry |
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Stone |
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Brick and tile (Clay) |
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Concrete |
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Wood |
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Veneers, Plywood or Laminated wood |
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Glass |
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Some of the other eco and environmental friendly materials for walls are |
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Factors Influencing Choice of Materials |
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References |
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| Topic 4 |
Introduction |
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Types Of Wall Treatments |
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Exterior And Interior Wall Finishes |
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Plaster |
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Stucco |
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Paints |
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Kinds Of Paint |
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Types Of Paints |
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Variations In Paint Finishes |
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Advantages of using paint as wall finish |
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Terminologies In Paints |
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References |
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| Topic 5 |
Introduction |
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Paint Techniques |
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Glazing or Color washing |
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Dry brushing |
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Marbleizing & Granite finish |
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Decorative Painting techniques |
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Faux painting - Faux |
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Mural |
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Trompe l’oeil |
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Gilding |
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Choosing Wall Paints And Techniques For Exterior And Interior Walls |
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Procedure For Painting The Exterior And Interior Wall Surface |
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Measure Of Paint For Finishing Interior |
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Common Problems In Painted Surface |
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References |
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| Topic 6 |
Significance Of Interior Wall Covering |
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Wall Cladding |
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Wall Paneling |
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Decorative Wall Panels |
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Fiberboards (Mdf And Hdf) |
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Natural Fiber Wall Covering |
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Fiber Glass Wall Covering |
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Thermosplastic Panels With Metallic Effect |
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Leather Panel |
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Stone/Brick Imitation Panels |
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Mirror Walls |
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Fabric Wall Coverings |
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Wall Paper |
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References |
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| Topic 7 |
Importance Of Building Ornamentation |
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Structural Ornamentation And Design Details |
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Crown molding |
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Dado rail & Baseboard |
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Door and window casings |
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Panel Mouldings |
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Medallions and Rosettes |
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Wall Niche |
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Corbel |
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Cornices |
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Architectural Columns |
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Pilaster |
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Pediment |
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Frieze |
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Decorative Balustrades And Railing Systems |
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Selecting The Right Material For Exterior And Interior Structural Mouldings |
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References |
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| Topic 8 |
Introduction |
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Functions Of Door |
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Doorway Components |
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Sizes Of Doors |
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Door Materials |
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Design And Style |
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Types of door |
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Door Mechanism |
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French door |
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Collapsible Steel Doors |
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Louvered Doors |
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Other Specialty Doors |
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Special features in door |
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Factors To Consider When Buying Doors |
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References |
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| Topic 9 |
Importance Of Windows |
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Characteristics Of Good Window Design |
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Components Of A Basic Window |
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Types Of Windows |
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Casement windows & Sliding windows |
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Sash or glazed windows & Double hung window |
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Bay windows & Bow window |
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Fixed windows & Picture windows |
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Pivoted windows , Rotating & Jalousie |
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Awning & Hoppers |
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Clerestory & Dormer windows |
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Corner windows |
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Sky light |
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Materials and construction |
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Types of Glass for Windows |
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Factors Determining Window Design And Location |
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Architectural Composition |
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References |
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| Topic 10 |
Significance Of Ventilators In Buildings |
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Ventilators |
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Purpose Of Ventilation |
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Ventilation Strategies |
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Mechanical Ventilation |
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Guidelines For Natural Ventilation |
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References |
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| Topic 11 |
Role Of A Staircase |
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Anatomy Of Staircase |
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Stair Measurements Terminologies |
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Ergonomics And Building Code |
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Forms Of Staircase |
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Straight Stairs |
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Spiral Stairs |
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Materials For Staircase |
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References |
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| Topic 12 |
Built-In Wall Space |
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Functional Storage |
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Storage Solutions |
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Built-In Storage Solutions |
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Planning Storage Solutions |
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Benefits Of Organising Storage Space |
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Living Room Storage Solutions |
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Kitchen Storage |
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Bedroom Storage |
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Bathroom Storage Design |
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Storage Terminology |
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References |
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| Topic 13 |
Introduction |
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Fireplace And Its Contribution To Interiors |
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Fireplace Design Features |
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Location |
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Types Of Fireplace |
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Outdoor Fireplace |
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References |
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| Topic 14 |
Significance Of Window Treatment |
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Window Treatments |
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Exterior Window Treatments |
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Awnings |
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Shutters and shades |
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Cutouts and Projecting Elements |
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Grilles and Fences |
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Louvers |
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Hard Treatments For Interiors |
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Shades |
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Pleated |
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Thermal |
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Blinds |
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Vertical Blinds |
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Criteria For Selection Of Window Treatment |
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References |
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| Topic 15 |
Characteristics Of Soft Window Treatment |
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Advantages Of Soft Window Treatments |
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Types Of Soft Treatments |
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Draperies |
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Cornices |
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Lambrequins or cantonnieres |
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Valances |
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Swags |
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Portieres |
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Materials For Soft Treatments |
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Hardware And Accessories |
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Selection Of Materials For Soft Window Treatment |
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Methods Of Suspending Window Curtains And Draperies |
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References |
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| Topic 16 |
Modern Buildings And Window Designs |
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Window Wall |
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Customized Windows And Design Solutions |
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Criteria For Selection Of Window Treatment |
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Treatment For Different Rooms And Areas |
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Glossary |
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References |
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