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These colours are also being used despite (or in spite of) the fact that relatively expensive raw materials are sometimes required.

The radiant power differs in wavelength, even though the monochromator is set to the same nominal wavelength.

The subesophageal and thoracic ganglia, even though near one another, usually remain distinct.

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