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Training Bulletins 31-60 Flashcards

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TB 31 Polycarbonate Windows

Lexan is used in temperatures ranging from ________________, and will soften at ______ F.

A

– 60º F to 280º ; 350˚

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TB 31 Polycarbonate Windows

Lexan window material has a thickness from ______________. On special installations protecting cashiers, bank tellers and toll collectors the thickness of sheets used may be up to _______ .

A

1/8” to 1/4”

1 1/4”

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TB 31 Polycarbonate Windows

When cutting Lexan windows with rotary saw , ___________ cuts should be made first

A

Horizontal

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_____________ are currently the best lines of defense against any dangerous form of gases, vapors, and particulates

A

Time and shielding

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Firefighting gear provides protection from products of combustion in two forms:

A

Respiratory Protection (SCBA)
Skin Absorption

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Areas that are deemed to be unsafe for personnel to access shall be completely restricted – with ____________________________

A

BOTH fire line tape AND red/white striped barricade tape

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The IC is responsible for documenting all hazards/risks, the area(s) involved, and any mitigation measures using an __________ Incident Action Plan Safety Analysis

A

ICS 215A

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What are the three types of overhaul options available?

A
  • complete overhaul
  • wet overhaul
  • fire watch
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Minimal PPE may be considered when the occupancy has been well ventilated for a minimum of _______

A

One Hour

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When a complete overhaul is performed, overhaul piles shall be established in a location that will minimize any inconvenience to the public, and at a minimum of ____________ away from any part of a structure.

A

10 feet

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Unfortunately, firefighters are 14 percent more likely to be diagnosed with cancer than the general population, and cancer accounts for roughly ______ of all line-of-duty firefighter deaths.

A

60%

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TB 035 - Overhaul Procedures

combustible materials and other removed contents should be located in separate piles and wet down with a hose-line using ______ to ensure extinguishment.

A

Foam

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TB 060 - Methanol Vehicles

What chemical family does methanol fuel belong to ?

A

Alcohol

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TB 060 - Methanol Vehicles

Methanol, unlike gasoline or diesel fuel will mix with water. A mixture of methanol and water is still flammable when diluted with approximately what ratio ?

A

5 parts water to 1 part methanol

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TB 060 - Methanol Vehicles

Methanol-air mixtures containing more than 36 percent volume do not flash because these mixtures are too rich to burn. A fire hazard exists if the storage temperature of methanol in contact with air approaches the flash point of ______.

A

11˚C (52˚F)

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TB 060 - Methanol Vehicles

The greatest danger from methyl alcohol is its specific ____________

A

Toxic effect upon the eyes

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TB 060 - Methanol Vehicles

List the several methods of extinguishing methanol fires, list from most effective to least:

A

Dry chemical extinguisher
Halon
AFFF/ATC
Water

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TB 060 - Methanol Vehicles

The engine fuel filler is located ___________________________

A

Behind small access door on the RIGHT hand side of bus

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TB 060 - Methanol Vehicles

Each bus will be equipped with an on-board fire/explosion suppression system designed by Santa Barbara Research Center. The components of the system include three dual-spectrum infrared sensors mounted in the engine compartment, ______________________________________

A

Two direct discharge nozzles, and Two 20 pound halon 1301 cylinders

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TB 038 - Receprocating Saw

The Tiger Saw can be used for plunge cutting _____, ______, ______, and _______

A

Wood ; plywood; wallboard and plastic materials

DO NOT PLUNGE CUT METAL

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TB 038 - Receprocating Saw

When cutting angle, H-beam, or channel type metals start the cut on the surface where the greatest number of teeth will contact the work. Try to keep at least ____ in contact with the work at all times.

A

3 teeth

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TB 038 - Receprocating Saw

The saw is designed for cutting wood up to ___ thick, metal up to ____ thick, and various other materials, such as plastics, fiberglass, hard rubber, etc

A

12”

3/4”

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TB 038 - Receprocating Saw

How long is the power cord ?

A

9- 1/2’

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TB 038 - Receprocating Saw

Lower speeds are recommended for most _________ operations, while higher speeds are recommended for ____.

A

Metal cutting

Wood

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TB 038 - Receprocating Saw

Which blade is best suited for cutting through A post and across the windshield ?

A

960R 9” blade with 10 TPI

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TB 45 Railroads

Railroads transport approximately ____ of all hazardous materials.

A

70%

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TB 044 - Rotary Saw

Abrasive blades should not be used on soft metals such as ___________

A

Aluminum or brass

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TB 044 - Rotary Saw

Before mounting any abrasive blade on a rotary saw, the blade shall be inspected. Blades shall be a minimum of ____ to remain in front line service.

A

12”

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29
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TB 044 - Rotary Saw’

Combi-blade had a continuous cutting depth of _____

A

4 3/4”

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TB 044 - Rotary Saw

Concrete diamonds blades are designed as ________
Cutting rotation .

A

Directional

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31
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TB 044 - Rotary Saw

Pulling out the choke on the K-970 will activate the ____ throttle position

A

Half

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32
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TB 044 - Rotary Saw

On the K-970, press the air purge diaphragm ___ times

A

Six

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33
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TB 044 - Rotary Saw

Flooding procedures, pull starting cord and cycle the saw quickly about _______

A

4-5 times

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34
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TB 044 - Rotary Saw

What are the daily checks on rotary saw ?

A

Fuel
Starting position
Blade guard
Belt tension
Visual inspection
Blades and blade board
Carrying strap

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TB 044 - Rotary Saw

What are the weekly checks on the rotary saw ?

A

Perform daily check
Start and run till warm
Run to high rpm
Abnormal sounds
Abnormal vibrations
Inspect start cord

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TB 044 - Rotary Saw

What are the monthly checks on the rotary saw ?

A

Cutting head assembly
Drive belt
Clutch assembly
Air filter
Spark plug
Muffler
Replace fuel if needed

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TB 044 - Rotary Saw

What are the checks after each use on the rotary saw ?

A

Refuel
Blade
Blade guard
Air filter
Visual inspection
Clean entire saw
Start and run saw

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TB 044 - Rotary Saw

For two stoke fuel mix, how many ounces of oil is required when filling the following gallon tanks:

1 gallon
2 1/2 gallons
5 gallons

A

1 gal - 2.6 ounces
2 1/2 gal - 6.5 ounces
5 gal - 13 ounces

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TB 044 - Rotary Saw

With the weekly check, While the saw is running, the member will depress the throttle fully for _________ to bring up the RPM’s and allow the saw to return to idle before repeating the process _____ times

A

1-2 seconds

2-3

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40
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TB 044 - Rotary Saw

Sparks can be thrown up to ______

A

30 feet

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41
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TB 044 - Rotary Saw

Glazing or build-up of material on the diamond segments, can be cleaned by cutting in a soft material such as _______________

A

Brick
Cinder block
Or asphalt

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42
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TB 049 - Polychorinated Byphenyls (PCBs)

What kind of effects have occurred from occupational exposure to PCBs ?

A

Dermatological

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TB 049 - Polychorinated Byphenyls (PCBs)

When were PCBs banned ?

A

July 2, 1979

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TB 049 - Polychorinated Byphenyls (PCBs)

What are the mot often encountered sources of PCBs ?

A
  1. Electrical Transformers ( 20- 600 gals or more )
  2. Capacitors. ( 2- 4 gals )
    Exploded capacitors may be Black in color
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TB 049 - Polychorinated Byphenyls (PCBs)

Some trade names describing PCBs are :

A
  1. Askarel
  2. Pyranol
  3. Clorphen
  4. Elemex
  5. Fenclor
  6. Asbestol
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TB 049 - Polychorinated Byphenyls (PCBs)

What kind of D.O.T placard is required for PCBs ?

A

NONE, no placards required.

They only get “ORM-E “ ( OTHER REGULATED MATERIALS )

47
Q

TB 049 - Polychorinated Byphenyls (PCBs)

If liquid or solid PCB’s are splashed into eyes, they shall be irrigated immediately with copious quantities of running water for at least ____________

A

15 minutes

48
Q

TB 048 - Engine Brake “Jake Brake”

Diesel engines have substantially less retarding effect upon vehicles than a gasoline engine. This is due to ___________________________

A

Lack of restriction in the diesel intake manifold

49
Q

TB 048 - Engine Brake “Jake Brake”

The Jacobs Engine Brake is a hydraulic engine attachment that, when energized, alters the engine exhaust valve operation which converts the diesel engine into an air compressor. This is accomplished by prematurely opening the exhaust valves near the top of the ____________ stroke releasing the pressure to exhaust.

A

Compression

50
Q

TB 048 - Engine Brake “Jake Brake”

The engine brake reacts quickly. It will activate or deactivate in less than _____ of a second.

A

1/4

51
Q

TB 048 - Engine Brake “Jake Brake”

How many Diesel engine/transmission combinations does the department use in its fleet ?

A

3

52
Q

TB 048 - Engine Brake “Jake Brake”

What setting should be used in heavy traffic condition and emergency responses ?

A

MAXIMUM

53
Q

TB 048 - Engine Brake “Jake Brake”

What setting should be used in medium traffic condition ?

A

Minimum to Moderate

54
Q

TB 048 - Engine Brake “Jake Brake”

What setting should be used in light traffic condition ?

A

MINIMUM

55
Q

TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations

Radio frequency radiation used for communications, infrared radiation in heat lamps, or UV radiation in tanning beds are examples of what ?

A

Non-Ionizing Radiation

56
Q

TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations

What are the four types of ionizing-radiation ?

A

Alpha
Beta
Gamma
Neutron

57
Q

TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations

Radiation that can only travel a few centimeters in air. They have very low penetrating power and can be stopped by sheet of paper. Pose health effects if inhaled or ingested. What type of radiation is this ?

A

Alpha Radiation

58
Q

TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations

Radiation that has highly energetic, fast moving particles which can be stopped by a layer of clothing or a few millimeters of a solid material. These participles can penetrate the skin and can cause skin burns. What type of radiation is this ?

A

Beta Radiation

59
Q

TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations

This type of radiation is high energy, short wavelength, electromagnetic radiation emitted from the nucleus of an atom. These rays are very penetrating and best stopped or shielded by dense materials, such as lead. What type of radiation is this ?

A

Gamma Radiation

60
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TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations

Radiation containing small atomic particles possessing no electrical charge and are typically found within an atoms nucleus . They do not have a positive charge and can travel great distances in air. Best way to shield is with, thick, heavy materials such as lead or concrete . What type of radiation is this ?

A

Neutron

61
Q

TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations

Any significant, unauthorized release of a radioactive material into the environment from a fixed facility or transportation vehicle is referred to as ?

A

Radiological Materials Release (RMR)

62
Q

TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations

How many types of radiological WMD devices are there ?

A

Three

63
Q

TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations

A device intended to expose people to radiation and expose as many people as possible to life threatening level of radiation like hidden package in metro train car, large shopping center, or movie theater is identified as what type of WMD device ?

A

RADIATION EXPOSURE DEVICE (RED)

64
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TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations

The deliberate release of radioactive material by explosives, , by contamination of water or ventilation system or by a release into the environment is what type of WMD device ?

A

RADIOLOGICAL DISPERSAL DEVICE (RDD)

65
Q

TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations

The total accumulated amount of radiation absorbed by the body over a given time is measured as __________

A

DOSE

66
Q

TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations

What is the average daily dose of roentgen’s, Americans are exposed to ?

A

1-2 mR ( Milli Roentgens )

67
Q

TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations

“Inverse Square Law states that by halving the distance to the suspected radioactive source, you will increase the dose rate by how many times ?

A

4 times ( Quadruple )

68
Q

TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations

It is generally best practice that in escalating incident to do what with civilians ?

A

Shelter-in-place

69
Q

TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations

It is a policy of the LAFD that a member’s accumulated dose for one single incident not be more than ________ rem in a 24-hour period, additionally, these 25 rems shall account for a lifetime’s maximum dose.

A

25

70
Q

TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations

What does ALARA Stand for ?

A

As Low As Reasonably Achievable

71
Q

TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations

When do you notify the IC that you have a radiological zone ?

A

Upon reaching a ‘ twice background ‘
( twice the original reading on your meter when you turned it on - in a non-hazardous environment )

72
Q

TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations

Removal of clothing and outer garments can minimize _____ of the external contamination.

A

90%

73
Q

TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations

Initial decontamination wash time should be between _____________________ in duration to ensure thorough soaking, depending on the situation and agent involved.

A

30 seconds and 3 minutes

74
Q

TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations

How many possible level of radiation labels that HAXMAT packages can have ?

A

Three

75
Q

TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations

The transport index ( TI ) lists the amount of radiation of the package at how many feet away ?

A

3 away

76
Q

TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations

When transporting radioactive material, the DOT uses what number to identify the hazard class ?

A

7

77
Q

TB 046 - Double Deck Buses

Up to how many passengers can a double deck bus carry ?

A

Up to 80 passengers

78
Q

TB 046 - Double Deck Buses

How many gallons of diesel does tank carry ?

A

125 gal

79
Q

TB 046 - Double Deck Buses

Vehicle is equipped with air bag suspension, who far will the bus drop when bags are deflated ?

A

10 inches

80
Q

TB 046 - Double Deck Buses

How many emergency exits does bus have on roof ?

A

4

81
Q

TB 046 - Double Deck Buses

Where are batteries located ?

A

On the right side rear, just forward of the engine compartment

82
Q

TB 046 - Double Deck Buses

how many emergency exits are there total, including all windows and roof?

A

14

83
Q

TB 049 - Polychorinated Byphenyls (PCBs)

PCB’s are used primarily as ____________ because of their stability and ability to transfer heat.

A

Insulating oils

84
Q

TB 049 - Polychorinated Byphenyls (PCBs)

most often encountered sources of PCBs include:

A

Electric Transformer AND Capacitors

85
Q

TB 054 - Hazardous/Illegal Mezzanines

a fully sprinklered building is required to have sprinklers ______ any mezzanine.

A

Above and below

86
Q

TB 054 - Hazardous/Illegal Mezzanines

a mezzanine is defined as an intermediate floor placed in any story or room. When the total area exceeds _____ of the total floor area in that room it shall be considered as constituting an additional story.

A

33 1/3 percent

87
Q

TB 054 - Hazardous/Illegal Mezzanines

the clear height above and below any legally constructed mezzanine floor shall not be less than:

A

7 feet

88
Q

TB 054 - Hazardous/Illegal Mezzanines

the limit to the number of mezzanines in a room is:

A

There is no limit

89
Q

TB 054 - Hazardous/Illegal Mezzanines

all portions of a mezzanine shall be open to the room in which it is located. The side of the mezzanine which is open to the room shall be unobstructed except for columns, posts and protective walls, or railings not more than ____ inches in height (with some exceptions).

A

42 inches

90
Q

TB 054 - Hazardous/Illegal Mezzanines

Two exits shall be provided from mezzanines having an occupant load of more than ____ or when the area of the mezzanine exceeds ______ square feet, whichever is the more restrictive.

A

10 ; 2,000 sq ft.

91
Q

TB 054 - Hazardous/Illegal Mezzanines

partitioning of a mezzanine may be allowed provided the aggregate area of the enclosed floor space doesn’t exceed ____ percent of the total floor space of the mezzanine or have an occupant load greater than ____, whichever is greater.

A

10 ; 10

92
Q

TB 054 - Hazardous/Illegal Mezzanines

in order for a mezzanine to not be required to be open to the floor that is it on, it must have:

A

2 or more exits where at least one is a protected exit, enclosed stairway, exterior exit, or exterior passageway

93
Q

TB 033 - Pneumatic Power Chisel

When continuous use with a 30 minute bottle, it has an approx working time of how many minutes ?

A

2 minutes

94
Q

TB 033 - Pneumatic Power Chisel

When continuous use with a 60 minute bottle, it has an approx working time of how many minutes ?

A

4 minutes

95
Q

TB 033 - Pneumatic Power Chisel

It has the ability to cut through mild steel plate up to how thick?

A

1/4”

96
Q

TB 033 - Pneumatic Power Chisel

It has the ability to cut through mild steel bolts how big in diameter ?

A

3/4”

97
Q

TB 033 - Pneumatic Power Chisel

What are the three different models currently assigned to the field units ?

A
  1. Jiffy
  2. Chicago
  3. Black and Decker
98
Q

TB 033 - Pneumatic Power Chisel

How long are the two sections of hose included with each kit ?

A

25 feet

99
Q

TB 033 - Pneumatic Power Chisel

What is the maximum intake pressure for the Meco regulator ?

A

6000 PSI

100
Q

TB 033 - Pneumatic Power Chisel

What is the maximum intake pressure for the Norgen regulator ?

A

6000 PSI

101
Q

TB 033 - Pneumatic Power Chisel

Both Meco and Norgren regulators have an outlet pressure of _____ PSI

A

150 PSI

102
Q

TB 033 - Pneumatic Power Chisel

Both regulators are preset at ____ PSI . At this setting, _____ PSI working pressure will be supplied at the chisel through the two 25-foot sections of air hose

A

140 PSI

100 PSI

103
Q

TB 033 - Pneumatic Power Chisel

What number Air Motor lubrication Oil is used down the air in-take hole?

A

288

104
Q

TB 53 - Rescue Helicopter Operations

FIRE 1,2,3,4 & 5 can be equipped for seating for up to how many passengers ?

A

12

105
Q

TB 53 - Rescue Helicopter Operations

Patients that require a seated or Fowler’s position due to respiratory or other medical needs should be placed on a __________________ or ___________

A

Folding break-away stretcher or disaster litter

106
Q

TB 53 - Rescue Helicopter Operations

The useful lifting capacity of the Rescue Helicopter cargo hook on the medium helicopters is approximately _____ to _______ pounds.

A

2,000 to 2,500 LBS

107
Q

TB 53 - Rescue Helicopter Operations

After receiving the dispatch from MFC, the Rescue Helicopter is typically airborne within __to__ minutes

A

6 to 8 minutes

108
Q

TB 53 - Rescue Helicopter Operations

What is the suggested minimum landing area dimension for a helicopter ?

A

100’ x 100’

109
Q

TB 53 - Rescue Helicopter Operations

It is desirably that the designated LZ afford the helicopter the opportunity to make shallow approaches and departures of what angles free of obstructions ?

A

20˚ to 25˚

110
Q

TB 53 - Rescue Helicopter Operations

How much faster does the tail rotor spin than the main rotor ?

A

6 times

111
Q

TB 53 - Rescue Helicopter Operations

Which side and at what angle is preffered when approaching the aircraft with patients ?

A

Right side; 90˚ approach

112
Q

TB 53 - Rescue Helicopter Operations

While loading patients, avoid placing knee/legs underneath the what ?

A

Sponsons

113
Q

TB 038 - Receprocating Saw

When using the porter cable tiger saw, the best way to accomplish a plunge cut is to place the saw in what motion ?

A

Orbital

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