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Studies of learning and memory mechanisms in such animals as marine mollusks and insects have not led to better understandings of the mechanisms important for learning and memory in mammals because mammals are much more sophisticated in terms of memory and learning than are lesser evolved animals.
Montreal Protocol
International agreement designed to protect the ozone layer by gradually eliminating the production of ozone-depleting substances.
CFCs
Chlorofluorocarbons, synthetic organic compounds used in air conditioning, refrigerants, and aerosols, which contribute to ozone layer depletion.
Global Warming Chemicals
Substances contributing to the greenhouse effect and global warming, typically including carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, and fluorinated gases.
Ratified
Formally approved or confirmed, often used in the context of treaties, contracts, or agreements that have gone through a formal validation process.
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