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The Two Operations That Can Be Performed on a Semaphore

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The two operations that can be performed on a semaphore variable are select and increment (P and V).


Definitions:

Pneumonectomy

A surgical procedure to remove one lung, often performed to treat lung cancer or severe lung disease.

Steroids

A large class of organic compounds with a characteristic molecular structure containing four rings of carbon atoms; examples include hormones and cholesterol.

Antibiotics

Medications used to prevent and treat bacterial infections by either killing bacteria or inhibiting their growth.

Mucus-Thinning Drugs

Medications designed to reduce the viscosity of mucus, helping to alleviate congestion in the respiratory tract.

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