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the nucleus of the new isotope that is formed as a result of radioactive decay.

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process whereby excess amino acids are broken down in the liver to form urea.

the presentation of opposing points of view. A debate may be a formal event at which speakers...

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loans made available to companies, usually for a specified time period, and at a specified...

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there is no name on the debenture, and whoever has possession of the debenture will receive the...

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