Conceptual Chemistry Syllabus

11th Chemistry 2010-2011
Text:
Conceptual Chemistry
Omit Chapters 8, & 11, and complete research projects for 13,/14 & Posters for 15, 16 & 17
Supplements:
Chemistry in Art; Art in Chemistry
Molecules at an Exhibition
Scientific Matters
Herbs Demystified
Chasing Molecules
Current Events:
Various Periodicals: Scientific American, Popular Science, Gamer, National Geographic, Audubon…
http://pubs.acs.org/cen/
Projects:
Molecules at an Exhibition Portfolio
Famous Chemists/Invention Reports
Chemistry in My Life
Photo Contest: http://pubs.acs.org/cen/_ads/cen-photo-contest.html Deadline September 30, 2010
Science Fair Project
Mini-Projects:
See Chemistry in Art…
Choose a molecule and turn it into art. http://cenblog.org/newscripts/2010/07/more-chemical-artwork/;
Portrait of a Salt
Portrait of Copper
Acidity & Fresco
Chemistry of Every Day Items:

http://www.eagan.k12.mn.us/fletcher/acn/projects.xml
Careers in Science:
Discovery Streaming
Career Report
Movies:
Spider Man Me & Isaac Newton Clambake
Mary Reilly Manhattan Project Dr. Ehrlich’s Magic Bullet
The League of Extraordinary October Sky The Andromeda Strain
Gentlemen Madam Curie The Name of the Rose
An Inconvenient Truth Medicine Man
Invisible Man Lorenzo’s Oil
Term Final:
TBD
Assignments
Chapter 1- About Science
Complete the Chemistry Concepts Inventory

Watch the tutorials at http://www.conceptualchemistry.com Take Cornell Notes on the lectures.
Make Flash Cards for your 5 of your Summary of Terms & 5 science roots.
Complete the ―Hands On‖ Procedure and record it in your Science Notebook.
Read the Chapter.
In your notebook, turn your headings into questions and answer them in paragraph form.
Complete the following:
1. Define chemistry and explain the role of chemicals on earth and in the universe.
2. Explain the meaning of the term matter.
3. Define the terms basic research and applied research.
4. Explain the scientific method.
5. Explain the difference between inference and observation.
6. Discuss the use of controls and variables in laboratory testing.
7. Give examples of limitations of science.
8. Define and discuss the USCS and SI system of measurement units.
Calculation Corner
Reading Assurance Test #1-10
Chapter Test
Writing Assignment:
General Vs. Precise Writing Descriptions
Other:
Choose one topic from your reading to do additional research and writing on-complete a notebook page for it.
Find one example of chemistry in a current news story or magazine article and complete a current events page for it.
Scientific Matters: Chapter 1 Read aloud to Mom and participate in a Socratic discussion
Art Project:
―The Psychology of Color‖
Labs:
Choose 2 labs from your ―Lab Manual‖ to complete and record your experiments in your Notebook.
Long Term Project:
Begin planning your ―Molecule Exhibition‖ Portfolio. See handout for instruction.
Movie:
The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen watch and on a separate sheet of paper & list the science in this movie.
Assignments
Chapter 2: Particles of Matter

Read the Chapter.
1. ou
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Chapter Test
Read Contextual Chemistry-Focus on Green Chemistry and choose one of the discussion questions to answer.
Writing Assignment:
Observations
Labs:
Choose labs from your ―Lab Manual‖ to complete and record your experiments in your Notebook.
Other:
Find one example of chemistry in a current news story or magazine article and complete a current events sheet for it.
Scientific Matters: Chapter 4 Read aloud to Mom
Long Term Project:
Work on your ―Molecule Exhibition‖ Portfolio.
Movie:
Hollow Man-Watch and explain why this is a case for ―Just because you can do something, doesn’t mean you should.‖
Assignments
Chapter 3: Elements of Chemistry
Read the Chapter.
Complete the following.
1. Discuss the terms chemical properties and physical properties.
2. Explain the difference between physical change and a chemical change. Give an example.
3. Discuss the role of atoms as the fundamental components of the chemical elements.
4. Describe the general form of the periodic table.
5. Define a group and a period in the periodic table.
6. Name the common groups in the periodic table: alkali metals, alkaline earths, halogens, and noble gases.
7. Explain the meaning of the term elemental formula.
8. Discuss how two or more elements combine to form a compound.
9. List and use the rules for naming simple compounds.
10. Explain what is meant by the word mixture and give examples.
11. Discuss the various ways of separating a mixture into its components.
12. Explain the meaning of homogeneous mixtures and heterogeneous mixtures.
13. Discuss the terms purity and impurity.
14. Define a suspension.
15. Discuss how elements are arranged in the periodic table according to their properties.
16. Describe the common metals, nonmetals, and metalloids.
17. Define nanotechnology.
18. Discuss the implications and applications of nanotechnology.
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Read Contextual Chemistry- Extending the Human Life Span-Choose one discussion question to answer.
Chapter Test
Writing Assignment:
Select a Chemistry related career and write a paper on it that includes the information from your handout.
Watch Discovery Streaming: Science Careers
Art Project:
―Paint Chip Periodic Tab le‖
Labs:
Choose 1-2 labs from your ―Lab Manual‖ to complete and record your experiments in your Notebook.
Scientific Matters: Chapter 7 Read aloud to Mom and have a Socratic discussion
Movie: Mary Reilly-Just watch and enjoy.
Assignments
Chapter 4: Subatomic Particles
Read the Chapter.
1. Explain how electrons were discovered using a cathode ray tube.
2. Discuss how J. J. Thomson determined that electrons have mass and charge.
3. Draw the basic structure of an atom.
4. Describe the components of the nucleus of an atom.
5. Interpret table 4.1 that compares the properties of electrons, neutrons, and protons.
6. Explain the terms atomic number and mass number and calculate these quantities.
7. Understand the meaning of an isotope.
8. Describe how scientists develop models to help understand complex phenomena.
9. Explain how light is a form of energy.
10. Define the terms wavelength, frequency, and electromagnetic spectrum.
11. Describe how the spectrum of light emitted by an atom can be used to identify the element.
12. Describe a line spectrum.
13. Explain Planck's hypothesis that electrons in an atom live in quantized energy levels.
14. Describe how light consists of quantized particles called photons.
15. Draw a diagram of the Bohr theory of the atom.
16. Discuss how small atoms have very tightly bound electrons that affect that element's chemical
properties.
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Worksheets
Chapter Test
Read Contextual Chemistry-Forensic Chemistry and choose one discussion question to answer.
Art Project:
―Chroma Painting‖
Labs:
Other:
Scientific Matters: Chapter 9 Read aloud to Mom and discuss.
Assignments
Chapter 5: The Atomic Nucleus
Read the Chapter.
1. Classify and describe the mass, charge, and penetrating properties of the three types of radiation: alpha
particles, beta particles, and gamma rays.
2. Discuss natural radioactivity, its sources, and the various dangers.
3. Explain the meaning and use of the rem, a unit of radiation.
4. Discuss the uses of radioactive isotopes as tracers for medical imaging applications.
5. Explain the imbalance in forces within the nucleus that result in radioactivity.
6. Define transmutation and how the emission of alpha and beta particles affect the outcome.
7. Discuss the meaning of half life and apply this concept to isotopic dating of archaeological specimens.
8. Describe the process of nuclear fission.
9. Explain the relevance of Einstein's equation to the energy produced in nuclear reactions.
10. Describe the process of nuclear fusion.
11. Describe the current roles of nuclear fission and fusion in the production of electrical energy.
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Worksheets
Chapter Test
Writing Assignment:
Report on Major Inventions & Inventors-Can be in paper format or Notebooking page.
Art Project:
―Create Your Own Atom‖
Labs:
Other:
Scientific Matters: Chapter 5 Read aloud to Mom and discuss.
Movie:
Manhattan Project
Modern Marvels: The Manhattan Project (Instant Queue)
Assignments
Chapter 6: How Atoms Bond

Make Flash Cards for your Summary of Terms & Five Science roots.
Read the Chapter.
1. Describe the two types of chemical bonds, ionic and covalent.

2. Draw the Lewis dot symbols for elements.
3. Explain the relationship between electron spin and electron orbitals.
4. Draw the Lewis dot structures for simple compounds.
5. Explain what is meant by a bonded pair of electrons and a nonbonded lone pair of electrons.
6. Describe how atoms can gain or lose electrons to make anions and cations, respectively.
7. How the periodic table can be used to determine a tendency to lose or gain electrons?
8. Draw a crystal of sodium chloride.
9. Discuss the metallic bond and its relationship to valence electrons.
10. Give examples of how the sharing of electrons between two atoms results in a covalent bond.
11. Discuss simple covalent (molecular) compounds such as hydrogen gas and diamond.
12. Explain how the total valence electrons in a molecule determine the shape of the molecule.
13. Draw diagrams and explain the six main molecular shapes.
14. Show how molecular shapes are determined by the placement and number of unpaired electrons.
15. Predict and draw the shapes of five molecular compounds.
16. Explain the concept of dipole moment.
17. Discuss how dipole moment affects intermolecular attractions in liquids.
18. Explain the relationship between molecular symmetry and polarity.
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Worksheets
Chapter Test
Writing Assignments
Art Project:
Other:
Scientific Matters: Chapter 6 Read aloud to Mom
Assignments
Chapter 7: How Molecules Mix

Make Flash Cards for your Summary of Terms.
Read the Chapter.
1. Define and discuss the four types of electrical attraction between the molecules in a liquid.
2. Discuss how ions and polar molecules attract each other.
3. Explain how polar molecules can induce dipoles in nonpolar solutions.
4. Explain what a solution is and give examples of a solution.
5. Calculate the concentration of solute in a solution.
6. Define molarity and perform simple calculations with this concentration unit.
7. Discuss the term solubility and how it relates to ease of making a solution.
8. Discuss how solubility generally increases as the temperature of the solution increases.
9. Explain why gases show a decreased solubility as the temperature is increased.
10. Explain why an increase in pressure of a gas causes an increase in solubility.
11. Discuss the concept of "like dissolves like" with examples.
12. Draw a diagram of a soap molecule indicating that a soap works by being both polar and nonpolar.
13. Describe the characteristics of a synthetic detergent and how this differs from a soap.
14. Explain how hard water inhibits the cleansing action of a soap.
15. Describe how water is purified to make it potable — fit for human consumption.
16. Explain how desalination is accomplished using distillation and reverse osmosis.
17. Explain how a wastewater treatment facility works.
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Worksheets
Chapter Test
Other:
Scientific Matters: Chapter 7 Read aloud to Mom.
Movie: Mary Reilly
Assignments
Chapter 8: How Water Behaves

Make Flash Cards for five science roots.
Read the Chapter.
1. Discuss the many unique properties of water and ice.

2. Draw a diagram illustrating the polar characteristics of water and hydrogen bonds.
3. Explain the open crystalline structure of ice.
4. Explain how ice crystals melt to form liquid water.
5. Using hydrogen bonding explain the fact that ice has a lower density than water and water shows a
maximum density at 4°C.
6. Discuss the fact that water has a "structure" in which hydrogen bonds are continually being made and
broken.
7. Illustrate why fish can survive in a pond in the winter even though the air temperature is freezing.
8. Define surface tension and discuss the reason for the high surface tension in water.
9. Explain capillary action.
10. Define and explain evaporation.
11. Describe the process by which evaporation produces cooling.
12. Give a definition of the term boiling point.
13. Explain the abnormally high heat capacity of water and the applications of this fact.
14. Define the term specific heat capacity.
15. Describe how the high specific heat of water has a large influence on the climate of the world.
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Worksheets
Chapter Test
Other:
The Joy of Science:
Work on your ―Molecule Exhibition‖ Portfolio. Due this week.
Movie:
The Abyss
Or…
Chapter 8: How Water Behaves

Make Flash Cards for five science roots.
Other:
Work on your ―Molecule Exhibition‖ Portfolio. Due this week.
Movie:
The Abyss
Assignments
Chapter 9: How Chemicals React

Read the Chapter.
1. Discuss how a chemical equation represents a chemical reaction.

2. Define the terms reactant and product.
3. Describe how chemists count atoms and molecules using relative mass.
4. Define the concept of a mole and give the relationship between moles and grams.
5. Explain the terms exothermic and endothermic and how they relate to the breaking and making of
chemical bonds.
6. Define entropy and how it influences chemical reactions.
7. Define reaction rate.
8. List the factors that affect the rate of a chemical reaction.
9. Define the term bond energy and how this concept relates to the rate of a reaction.
10. Define activation energy and how it influences the speed of a reaction.
11. Draw an activation energy diagram.
12. Discuss how food spoilage is related to temperature.
13. Define a catalyst and list examples of how catalysts are used in nature and in industry.
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Worksheets
Chapter Test
Other:
The Joy of Science:
Assignments
Chapter 10: Acids and Bases in Our Environment

Read the Chapter.
1. Discuss the concept that all acids donate protons (hydrogen ions) while all bases accept protons.
2. State the key physical properties of acids and bases: acids have a sour taste, bases feel slippery.
3. List examples of acids and bases.
4. Define the Brønsted–Lowry theory of acids and bases.
5. Explain how an acid reacts with a base to produce a salt plus water.
6. Explain the term neutralization and give examples of acid–base reactions.
7. Discuss the fact that some acids and bases are strong — they dissociate completely in water.
8. Discuss the fact that some acids and bases are weak — they only partially dissociate in water.
9. Explain how solutions of ionic substances in water can be acidic, basic, or neutral.
10. Explain that the term pH is used to denote acidity or basicity and the pH scale ranges from 0 – 14.
11. Define the mathematical equation for pH and compute the pH from the hydrogen ion concentration.
12. List the conditions of hydrogen ion concentration that produce a pH of less than 7 or greater than 7.
13. Define a buffer solution and describe how to prepare a buffer.
14. Explain the importance of buffering our blood and the effects of acidosis and alkalosis.
15. Discuss the practical importance of the fact that rainwater is acidic and that the oceans are basic.
16. Explain the environmental impact of acid rain.
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Worksheets
Chapter Test
Other:
The Joy of Science:
Assignments
Chapter 11: Oxidations and Reductions Charge the World

Read the Chapter.
In your notebook, turn your headings into questions and answer them in paragraph form
1. Define oxidation, the loss of electrons, and reduction, the gain of electrons.
2. Describe the terms redox reaction, half reaction, oxidizing agent, and reducing agent.
3. Describe how moving electrons are used in the field of electrochemistry.
4. Explain how the electricity obtained from a battery results from a redox reaction.
5. Define the terms anode and cathode.
6. List and explain the steps involved in common battery systems.
7. Explain how a fuel cell works and why this battery could help with the energy–supply problem.
8. Explain how electricity is produced by the photovoltaic effect.
9. Draw a diagram of an n–p semiconductor.
10. Describe the electrolysis of a solution — the use of electrical energy to produce chemical changes.
11. Explain how many pure metals are produced by electrolysis.
12. Show how the conversion of an ore into a usable metal requires an oxidation–reduction reaction.
13. Describe the extraction of iron and copper from their common ores.
14. Explain and give examples of the corrosion of metals.
15. Discuss methods to protect iron from corroding: galvanizing, electroplating, and cathodic protection.
16. Define and give examples of combustion reactions.
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Worksheets
Chapter Test
Other:
Or…
Make Five Science roots flashcards
Rd. The Joy of Science Chapter 3 & Complete the demonstrations and record in your notebook.
Complete Art Projects.

Assignments
Chapter 12: Organic Compounds

Read the Chapter.
1. Describe the unique ability of carbon atoms to link together to form long chains and rings.
2. Discuss and give examples of hydrocarbons — compounds that contain carbon and hydrogen.
3. Draw the structural formulas of simple hydrocarbons and be able to provide the nam es.
4. Explain the term structural isomer and be able to draw the isomers for hexane.
5. Explain the term conformation.
6. Describe how hydrocarbons such as gasoline are obtained from oil and coal.
7. Describe with examples hydrocarbons that contain multiple bonds — unsaturated compounds.
8. Explain the properties of aromatic compounds.
9. List examples of atoms in an organic compound called heteroatoms — atoms other than carbon.
10. Define and list the common functional groups in organic compounds.
11. Explain how carbonyl groups are present in amides, carboxylic acids, and esters.
12. List the properties of amides, carboxylic acids, and esters and give examples of their use.
13. Explain how organic molecules can link together to form polymers.
14. List some important polymers and explain their uses in society.
15. List the names and properties of important synthetic polymers.
16. Describe the term addition polymer and give examples.
17. Describe the terms condensation polymer and copolymer and give examples.
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Worksheets
Chapter Test
Other:
The Joy of Science:
Discovery Streaming: Emerging Careers: Biotechnology
Assignments
Chapter 13: Nutrients of Life

Read the Chapter.
1. Describe the concept of a biomolecule and the role of these systems in all life forms.
2. List typical biomolecules that occur within cells.
3. Define the term carbohydrate and explain monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides.
4. Describe how carbohydrates provide structure and energy.
5. Discuss the role of starch in plant and animal metabolism.
6. Explain how the structure of cellulose enables it to serve as the structural component of plants.
7. Explain what is meant by a lipid and describe how fats are used both for energy and for insulation.
8. Discuss the role of saturated and unsaturated fats as part of a healthy diet, based on their structure.
9. Describe the structure of a steroid and discuss the importance of cholesterol and various steroidal
hormones in the human body.
10. Define an amino acid and explain how proteins are polymers of amino acids.
11. Explain how protein structure is determined by attractions between nearby amino acids.
12. Describe some important proteins and their role in the human body.
13. Define an enzyme and draw a diagram showing how an enzyme speeds up a reaction.
14. Explain how DNA is the template of life and describe the Watson and Crick model of DNA.
15. Describe the characteristics of vitamins and minerals and list the water and fat–soluble vitamins.
16. Discuss the importance of vitamins in maintenance of good health.
17. Draw the food guide pyramid and explain the difference between simple and complex carbohydrates in
nutrition.
18. Discuss why generally unsaturated fats are more healthful than saturated fats.
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Worksheets
Chapter Test
Other:
The Joy of Science:
Discovery Streaming: Careers for the 21 st Century: Scientific Occupations
Assignments
Chapter 14: Medicinal Chemistry

Read the Chapter.
1. Make a poster or brochure that states the origins of some common drugs.
2. Discuss the two types of drugs used to combat bacterial infections — sulfa drugs and antibiotics.
3. Describe the lock–and–key model and explain how it is used in the development or synthesis of new
medicines.
4. Discuss the potential use of chemotherapy against viruses. Include pros and cons.
5. Explain the main characteristics of HIV and the use of protease inhibitors to combat this disease.
6. Describe how chemotherapy works against diseases such as cancer.
7. Describe the role of psychoactive drugs in changing the mind and behavior.
8. Describe the effects of amphetamines on the brain.
9. Explain the effects of nicotine on the human body.
10. Describe the effects of hallucinogens.
11. Explain the composition of marijuana and list the effects of marijuana and THC.
12. Discuss the common depressant drugs, such as benzodiazepines and alcohol.
13. List and explain the principal drugs used as local and general anesthetics.
14. List and explain the function of analgesic drugs.
15. Explain the role of endorphins in generating the feeling of well being.
16. Explain the role of opioids in medicinal chemistry and the effects of illegal use.
17. Discuss the mode of action of drugs used to treat high blood pressure and other arterial diseases.
18. Explain the role and function of neurons and neurotransmitters on the nervous system .
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Worksheets
Chapter Test
Other:
Discovery Streaming: Careers for the 21 st Century: Medicine & Related Occupations
Netflix: Cancer Warrior -Order
Netflix: The Science of Healing-Instant
Assignments
Chapter 15: Optimizing Food Production

Read the Chapter. This particular chapter is found online at:
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d::3037::scenario::5::eBookSMSSession::eBookSMSSession
1. Define the trophic structure and explain the role of producers, consumers, and decomposers.
2. List and describe the types of nutrients required by plants.
3. Describe how plant viability is determined by soil structure and the retention of nutrients.
4. Define the term percolation and its role in soil chemistry.
5. List the types of cations in soil and their role in maintaining an optimum pH.
6. Explain how the pH of a soil depends on the amount of carbon dioxide present.
7. List common natural and synthetic fertilizers and describe their chemical composition.
8. Discuss the difference between fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides.
9. Explain how pest control is accomplished in modern farming.
10. Discuss the environmental problems associated with the use of DDT.
11. Discuss the commonly used herbicides.
12. List the lessons learned from past agricultural practices that were used to increase productivity but
produced damaging side effects.
13. Explain the problems associated with the salinization of agricultural soils.
14. Describe the process known as organic farming.
15. Explain how agriculture can be sustained on the same piece of land using integrated crop management
(ICM).
16. Show how integrated pest management (IPM) is an important adjunct to ICM.
17. Discuss the benefits and potential problems of using genetic engineering to modify organisms.
18. Discuss the strategies needed to ensure adequate food supplies for future generations.
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Worksheets
Chapter Test
Other:
Discovery Streaming: Emerging Careers: Environmental Occupations
Assignments
Chapter 16: Protecting Water & Air Resources
MAKE A POSTER
Assignments
Chapter 17 : Capturing Energy

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11th Chemistry 2010-2011

Chemistry of Every Day Items:

Chapter 1- About Science

Complete the Chemistry Concepts Inventory

Chapter 2: Particles of Matter

Watch the tutorials at http://www.conceptualchemistry.com Take Cornell Notes on the lectures.

Complete the following.

Chapter 6: How Atoms Bond

Watch the tutorials at http://www.conceptualchemistry.com Take Cornell Notes on the lectures.

Complete the following.

1. Describe the two types of chemical bonds, ionic and covalent.

Chapter 7: How Molecules Mix

Watch the tutorials at http://www.conceptualchemistry.com Take Cornell Notes on the lectures.

Complete the following.

Chapter 8: How Water Behaves

Watch the tutorials at http://www.conceptualchemistry.com Take Cornell Notes on the lectures.

Complete the following.

1. Discuss the many unique properties of water and ice.

Watch the tutorials at http://www.conceptualchemistry.com Take Cornell Notes on the lectures.

Chapter 9: How Chemicals React

Watch the tutorials at http://www.conceptualchemistry.com Take Cornell Notes on the lectures.

Complete the following.

1. Discuss how a chemical equation represents a chemical reaction.

Chapter 10: Acids and Bases in Our Environment

Watch the tutorials at http://www.conceptualchemistry.com Take Cornell Notes on the lectures.

Complete the following.

Chapter 11: Oxidations and Reductions Charge the World

Watch the tutorials at http://www.conceptualchemistry.com Take Cornell Notes on the lectures.

Complete the following.

Make Five Science roots flashcards

Complete Art Projects.

Chapter 12: Organic Compounds

Watch the tutorials at http://www.conceptualchemistry.com Take Cornell Notes on the lectures.

Complete the following.

Chapter 13: Nutrients of Life

Complete the following:

Chapter 14: Medicinal Chemistry

Watch the tutorials at http://www.conceptualchemistry.com Take Cornell Notes on the lectures.

Complete the following:

Chapter 15: Optimizing Food Production

Watch the tutorials at http://www.conceptualchemistry.com Take Cornell Notes on the lectures.

Complete the following:

Chapter 16: Protecting Water & Air Resources

Chapter 17 : Capturing Energy

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