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008750
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Oxford, Heinemann Library, 2002.
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32pYellow Spine
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Material World
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Offers an introduction to the chemical and physical changes that can occur in materials, discussing oxidation, catalysts, acids, elasticity, pressure, and radioactivity.
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A world of change
Chemical reactions
Reaction rates
Metal reactions
Oxidation and reduction
Catalysts
Acids
Alkalis
Physical changes
Stresses and strains
Temperature changes
Pressure
Radioactivity
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043112101X Hb.
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014953
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2008
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Oxford, Heinemann Library, 2003.
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32pGreen Spine
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My World of Science
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Which materials conduct electricity? Why are saucepans made of metal? Why are wires covered with plastic? Read Conductors and Insulators to find out! Learn about circuits, how electricity is conducted, and which metals are good conductors.
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What is a conductor?
What is an insulator?
What is electricity?
Conducting electricity
A simple circuit
Water and electricity
Comparing metals
Conducting heat
Good insulators
Insulating with air
Clothes
Other insulators
Using conductors and insulators together
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9780431137773 Hb.
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014640
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Illinois, Raintree Publishers, 2004.
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32pGreen Spine
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How we use
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‘How We Use Cotton’ will give you answers to these and many other questions: Where does cotton come from? How can you recycle cotton? Why don’t we use cotton to make warm clothes?
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Cotton and its properties
Where is cotton from?
Preparing cotton
Cotton yarn
Cotton fabrics
Cotton colors
Cotton clothes
More cotton fabrics
Making cotton fabrics
Cotton padding
Disposable cotton
Cotton and the environment
Find out for yourself
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1410909921 Pb.
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| 014380 | 677.21/OXL | Main | On Shelf | General | |
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013380
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London, Franklin Watts, 2009.
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32pGreen Spine
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All About Materials
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Explores the properties and uses of materials and features simple experiments.
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9780749687199 Hb.
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| 013255 | 620.112/ROY | Main | On Shelf | Teacher Resources | Teacher Resource |
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014645
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Glass
/ Oxlade, Chris
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2004
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Illinois, Raintree Publishers, 2004.
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32pBlue Spine
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How we use
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‘How We Use Glass’ will give you answers to these and many other questions: How do we make glass? What sort of glass do we use to send emails? Why don’t we make buildings out of glass?
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Glass and its properties
Where does glass come from?
Glass windows
Glass in buildings
Glass colors and patterns
Glass and heat
Glass containers
Tough glass
Glass mirrors
Glass lenses
Glass fibers
Optical fibers
Glass in the environment
Find out for yourself
Glossary
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141090993X Pb.
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001418
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London, Heinemann Library, 2003.
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32pBlack Spine
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My World of Science
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An introduction to the physical properties of weight and buoyancy, including everyday examples.
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0431137420 Hb.
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| 002466 | 531.14/ROY | Main | On Shelf | General | |
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014973
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2008
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Oxford, Heinemann Library, 2003.
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32pGreen Spine
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My World of Science
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This introduction to the physical properties of weight and buoyancy includes everyday examples.
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Heavy and light
Comparing weights
Weighing
Heavy materials
Light materials
Water can be heavy
Filled with air
Does it float or sink?
Heavy things can float
Using floats
Using weights that sink
Blowing in the wind
Lighter than air
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9780431137629 Hb.
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014971
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2008
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Oxford, Heinemann Library, 2003.
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32pGreen Spine
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My World of Science
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Are all metals magnetic? Can magnetism pass through other materials? What do compasses do? Read Magnetic and Nonmagnetic to find out! Learn how people use magnets every day, and how magnets can even work in water.
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What does a magnet do?
Magnetic materials
Are all metals magnetic?
Non-magnetic materials
Can magnetism pass through water?
Can magnetism pass through other materials?
Using magnets
Magnet in toys
Magnets and fridges
Magnetic rocks
The earth is a magnet
Using the earth's magnet
Compasses
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9780431137766 Hb.
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014969
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2008
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Oxford, Heinemann Library, 2001.
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32pGreen Spine
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My World of Science
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What are the poles of a magnet? How can you tell if something is a magnet? How does a magnet help you recycle? Read Magnets to find out! Learn what magnets are, where you can find them, how people use them in everyday life, and even how to make one.
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What is a magnet?
Magnetic or non-magnetic?
Magnetic metals
Shape of magnets
Test of strength
Using magnets
Magnets at home
Compasses
Magnetic poles
Poles that attract
Poles that push each other away
Magnetized!
Making a magnet
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9780431137674 Hb.
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010458
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Minneapolis, Compass Point Books, 2001.
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32pRed Spine
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Simply Science
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Provides an introduction to magnets and how they work and what products magnets may be found in.
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What is a magnet?
Magnets push or pull
The force of magnets
Big and small magnets
Making a compass
Magnets and motors
How we use magnets
Glossary
Did you know?
Want to know more?
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0756500915 Hb.
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| 010815 | 538/STI | Main | On Shelf | General | |
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013384
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London, Wayland Publishers, 2007.
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32pBlue Spine
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How does science work?
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Introduction to the fascinating world of many different materials around us, such as wood, metal and clay.
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9780750248044 Pb.
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| 013262 | 620.11/BAL | Main | On Shelf | Teacher Resources | Teacher Resource |
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015062
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Oxford, Heinemann Library, 2008.
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32pGreen Spine
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My World of Science
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Learn about the origin of materials, their different types and how they can be recycled.
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What are materials?
Where do materials come from?
Wood
Paper
Materials from animals
Rock and stone
Clay
Glass
Metals
Rusting and rotting
Plastic
Clothes
Recycling
Glossary
Answers
More books to read
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9780431137681 Hb.
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| 014804 | 620.11/ROY | Main | On Shelf | General | |
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023749
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London, Kingfisher Publications Plc, 2013.
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56pPink Spine
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Project science
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Describes the properties of different types of natural and manufactured matter, including elastic, marble, wood, silk, and gold. Materials answers fundamental questions about the matter and materials that make up the physical world around us. What are rocks made of? Where do plastics come from, and what are they used for? Why can I see through glass? Readers are introduced to the most common natural and manufactured materials-including metals, wood, paper, cotton, and recycled products--and learn why some are hard and others are malleable and why some stretch while others snap.
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What are materials?
Liquids and solifs
Floating and sinking
Stretchy and bendy
Rocky world
Building blocks
Clay and ceramics
Using glass
Mighty metals
Mixing metals
Wonderful wood
Working with wood
The purpose of paper
Natural fabrics
Man-made fabrics
Making plastics
Plastics around us
Ready to recycle
Project: Boat slalom
Project: Balloon head
Project: Chocolate crispies
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9780753437285 Pb.
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014638
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Metal
/ Oxlade, Chris
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2005
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Illinois, Raintree Publishers, 2005.
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32pPurple Spine
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How we use
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How do people use metal in their everyday lives? What are some of the most common uses? Find out in this title that explains the various applications of metal as a starting point for learning about its properties.
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Metals and Their Properties
Where do Metals come from?
Metals in machines
Metals in the Home
Metals for Building
Shaping Metals
Metals for Electricity
Metals for Magnets
Metals and Heat
Mixing Metals
Metals, Water, and Air
Metals for decoration
Metals and the Environment
Find Out for Yourself
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1410908933 Pb.
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| 014379 | 620.16/OXL | Main | On Shelf | General | |
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014636
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Oil
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2004
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Illinois, Raintree Publishers, 2004.
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32pPurple Spine
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How we use
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‘How We Use Oil’ will give you answers to these and many other questions: Which plants produce oil that we use for cooking? How can we get fabric form oil? Why don’t we use gasoline as a fuel for barbecues?
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Oil and its properties
Where does oil comes from?
Oil refining
Oil for fuel
Trucks, ships, and planes
Oil for lubrication
Chemicals from oil
Waxes and bitumen
Gases from oil
Natural gas
Oil from plants
Oil and the environment
Find out for yourself
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1410909948 Pb.
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Paper
/ Oxlade, Chris
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2005
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Illinois, Raintree Publishers, 2005.
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32pOrange Spine
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How we use
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This title examines the various applications of paper as a starting point for learning about its various properties.
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Paper and Its Properties
What is Paper made from?
Paper for Writing and Books
Paper for News
Folding and cutting paper
Tough Paper
Paper Colors
Paper Decoration
Cardboard
Boxes and Packaging
Waterproof Paper
Tissue Paper
Paper and the Environment
Find Out for Yourself
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1410908941 Pb.
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022151
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New York, Crabtree Publishing Company, 2009.
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24pGreen Spine
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Everyday materials
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Find out what properties plastic has, where plastic comes from, and how plastic is made.
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9780778741367 Pb.
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014804
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Illinois, Raintree Publishers, 2004.
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32pGreen Spine
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How we use
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This book tells you all about plastic. It explains what plastic is and how it is used in the modern world. It also tells you about the problems it can cause. You will learn and find out about the various features of plastic.
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Plastic and its properties
Where does plastic come from?
Plastic parts
Plastic containers
Plastics in buildings
Plastic fibers and fabrics
Plastics for protection
Expanded plastics
Plastics, heat, and electricity
Plastics for packaging
Rubbery plastics
Plastic sheets
High-tech plastics
Plastic and the environment
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1410909956 Pb.
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Rock
/ Oxlade, Chris
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2004
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Illinois, Raintree Publishers, 2004.
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32pPeach Spine
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How we use
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This title focuses on the uses of a rocks, their applications, properties and why they are selected for particular roles.
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Rocks and its properties
Where does rock come from?
Rocks for walls
Rock for roads
Rock surfaces
Using rough and smooth rocks
Rock for decoration
Heavy rocks
Sand and glass
Rocks and ceramics
Precious stones
Chemicals and minerals
Rock and the environment
Find out for yourself
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1410909964 Pb.
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008763
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Oxford, Heinemann Library, 2002.
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32pBlack Spine
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Materials
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A simple presentation of information about rubber, including its composition, properties, and some of its uses.
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What is rubber?
Stretchy and strong
More properties of rubber
Natural rubber
Rubber from oil
Rubber tyres
Stretching and bouncing
Rubber for clothes
Gripping with rubber
Rubber tubes
Foam rubber
Getting rid of rubber
Fact file
Would you believe it?
Glossary
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0431127360 Hb.
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