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€0

Fee for the 1st & 2nd Attempt at Modules 1, 2, 3 and the Unternehmerprüfung (Federally Funded Since 1 Jan 2024)

WKO Prüfungsgebühren für Meister- und Befähigungsprüfungen

Level 6

NQR / EQF Qualification Level (Bachelor-Equivalent Master Craftsman)

Nationaler Qualifikationsrahmen (NQR) Österreich

5 Modules

Modular Master Craftsman Examination Structure (Practical, Oral, Written, Trainer, Business)

WKO Meisterprüfungsordnung Denkmal-, Fassaden- und Gebäudereiniger

4 Colors

Austrian Hygiene Cleaning Color-Coding System (Red: WC, Yellow: Sanitary, Blue: Office, Green: Special/Medical)

ÖGHMP & Österreichischer Reinigungsstandard

pH 6.5–9.5

Statutory Wastewater Discharge pH Tolerance Range

Indirekteinleiterverordnung (IEV) & Wasserrechtsgesetz (WRG)

2.0 m

Fall Protection Threshold Height for Facade & Roof Cleaning

Bauarbeiterschutzverordnung (BauV) § 7

ÖNORM D 2050

Binding Collective Agreement Area Performance Standard (m²/h)

Kollektivvertrag für Denkmal-, Fassaden- und Gebäudereiniger

Mst.

Legally Protected Master Title Abbreviation Conferred with the Meisterbrief

Gewerbeordnung 1994 (GewO 1994) § 21

The Austrian Meisterprüfung Denkmal-, Fassaden- und Gebäudereinigung is the NQR Level 6 master craft qualification administered by the WKO across 5 modules: practical mastery, oral commission exam, written technical calculations, apprentice trainer testing, and business management.

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1According to the fundamental cleaning model of the Sinner's circle (Sinnerscher Kreis), if the cleaning temperature (Temperatur) is reduced from 60 °C to 20 °C during a floor maintenance procedure, how can an equivalent cleaning result be achieved?

A.By proportionally increasing one or more of the other three factors: chemical concentration (Chemie), mechanical action (Mechanik), or contact dwell time (Zeit).

B.By reducing the mechanical pad pressure and decreasing contact dwell time to prevent chemical dilution.

C.By completely replacing surfactants with neutral water and doubling the scrubber-drier forward speed.

D.By adding an inert filler to the cleaning solution to increase physical density without altering time or mechanics.

Explanation: The Sinner's circle (Sinnerscher Kreis) defines four interdependent factors in cleaning: Chemistry (Chemie), Mechanics (Mechanik), Temperature (Temperatur), and Time (Zeit/Einwirkzeit). If any one factor (such as temperature) is decreased, the loss in cleaning efficacy must be compensated for by proportionally increasing one or more of the remaining three factors to maintain the total cleaning balance.

2Which molecular structure is characteristic of an anionic surfactant (anionisches Tensid) used in professional cleaning agents?

A.A hydrophilic head group carrying a negative electrical charge (e.g., sulfonate, sulfate, or carboxylate) attached to a hydrophobic non-polar hydrocarbon tail.

B.A hydrophilic head group carrying a permanent positive charge (e.g., quaternary ammonium group) attached to a lipophilic chain.

C.An uncharged polyether head group that relies entirely on hydrogen bonding with water molecules.

D.A zwitterionic head group carrying both positive and negative charges regardless of the surrounding pH value.

Explanation: Anionic surfactants dissociate in aqueous solution to yield a surfactant anion carrying a negative charge (such as alkylbenzene sulfonates, alkyl sulfates, or fatty acid soaps) bonded to a lipophilic hydrocarbon chain. They are the most common surfactant class in routine floor and all-purpose cleaners due to their high foaming and soil-lifting capabilities.

3Why are non-ionic surfactants (nichtionische Tenside, e.g., alcohol ethoxylates) particularly advantageous when formulating cleaning agents for use in regions with high water hardness?

A.Because they carry no electrical charge in solution and therefore do not react with calcium (Ca²⁺) or magnesium (Mg²⁺) ions to form insoluble lime soaps (Kalkseifen).

B.Because they carry a strong negative charge that binds Ca²⁺ and Mg²⁺ into soluble complexes, softening the water as they clean.

C.Because they foam far more strongly than anionic surfactants, and the extra foam lifts hardness deposits mechanically.

D.Because hardness only interferes above pH 10, and non-ionic surfactants are formulated exclusively for acidic cleaners.

Explanation: Non-ionic surfactants do not ionize into electrical charges in aqueous solution. Because they lack anionic charge sites, they are completely insensitive to polyvalent cations like Ca²⁺ and Mg²⁺, preventing the precipitation of insoluble lime soap scums (Kalkseifen) and maintaining high emulsifying power in hard water.

4What chemical interaction occurs when a disinfectant containing cationic quaternary ammonium compounds (QACs / Quats) is mixed directly with a regular floor cleaner containing anionic surfactants?

A.The oppositely charged surfactant ions attract and bind together, forming an insoluble precipitate (coacervate) that completely inactivates the disinfectant's antimicrobial efficacy.

B.The mixture undergoes rapid exothermic oxidation, releasing hazardous chlorine gas.

C.The non-polar carbon tails hydrolyze into explosive methane gas while doubling the disinfectant strength.

D.The anionic surfactant converts the quaternary ammonium salt into an active amphoteric biocide.

Explanation: Cationic surfactants (positively charged) and anionic surfactants (negatively charged) have strong electrostatic affinity. When mixed, they form electroneutral, water-insoluble complexes (coacervates/salts) that precipitate out of solution. This neutralizes the active positive sites of the QACs, completely destroying their antimicrobial efficacy and leaving sticky residues.

5How do amphoteric surfactants (amphotere Tenside / Betaine) behave in relation to the pH value of the cleaning solution?

A.They act as cationic surfactants in acidic media (pH < isoelectric point) and as anionic surfactants in alkaline media (pH > isoelectric point).

B.They maintain a permanent negative electrical charge regardless of whether the medium is strongly acidic or strongly alkaline.

C.They lose their hydrophilic group entirely in alkaline conditions and become insoluble mineral waxes.

D.They function as active oxidizers in neutral water and as reducing acids in alkaline water.

Explanation: Amphoteric (zwitterionic) surfactants contain both acidic (e.g., carboxylate) and basic (e.g., amino/quaternary nitrogen) functional groups. At low pH (acidic), the amino group is protonated, giving the molecule an overall cationic charge. At high pH (alkaline), the carboxylate is deprotonated, giving it an anionic charge. At the isoelectric point, the net charge is zero.

6What phenomenon occurs in an aqueous cleaning solution once the surfactant concentration exceeds the Critical Micelle Concentration (CMC / kritische Mizellenbildungskonzentration)?

A.Individual surfactant molecules self-assemble into spherical or cylindrical micelle aggregates, while surface tension reduction reaches a plateau.

B.The surface tension drops abruptly to zero, causing the solution to vaporize instantly at room temperature.

C.Surfactant molecules permanently break down into carbon dioxide and water.

D.The solution transitions from an isotropic liquid into a rigid crystalline solid that blocks machine nozzles.

Explanation: The Critical Micelle Concentration (CMC) is the concentration above which surfactant monomers at the air-water interface become saturated, and additional surfactant molecules spontaneously aggregate into micelles in the bulk water. At this point, the reduction in dynamic surface tension reaches its maximum (plateau), and micelles begin solubilizing hydrophobic soils.

7Because the pH scale is logarithmic, how many times higher is the concentration of hydrogen ions [H⁺] in a sanitary descaler solution with pH 2 compared to a neutral cleaning solution with pH 5?

A.1,000 times higher.

B.3 times higher.

C.30 times higher.

D.10,000 times higher.

Explanation: The pH scale is defined as pH = -log10[H⁺]. Each integer step represents a tenfold change in hydrogen ion concentration. The difference between pH 2 and pH 5 is 3 pH units (5 - 2 = 3). Therefore, the [H⁺] concentration at pH 2 is 10³ = 1,000 times higher than at pH 5.

8Why is amidosulfonic acid (Sulfaminsäure / Amidosulfonsäure) or phosphoric acid preferred over hydrochloric acid (Salzsäure) in professional sanitary descaling formulations?

A.Hydrochloric acid releases volatile chloride ions that cause severe pitting corrosion (Lochfraßkorrosion) on stainless steel fixtures and fittings.

B.Hydrochloric acid reacts with limescale to form an insoluble rock-hard cement barrier that prevents further cleaning.

C.Amidosulfonic acid is completely non-hazardous and requires no protective eyewear or gloves under ASchG.

D.Phosphoric acid permanently converts polished chrome surfaces into decorative brass alloys.

Explanation: Hydrochloric acid (HCl) contains aggressive chloride ions (Cl⁻) that attack the passive chromium oxide layer of stainless steel, causing severe localized pitting corrosion (Lochfraß) and stress corrosion cracking. Amidosulfonic acid and phosphoric acid effectively dissolve calcium deposits without releasing damaging free chloride ions.

9In the chemical process of saponification (Verseifung) utilized by strongly alkaline floor strippers (Grundreiniger, pH 13–14), what chemical transformation occurs when sodium hydroxide (NaOH) reacts with vegetable or animal fats (triglycerides)?

A.The ester bonds of the triglyceride are hydrolyzed, producing water-soluble glycerol and sodium salts of fatty acids (water-soluble soap).

B.The fatty acids undergo addition polymerization to form a durable plastic floor film.

C.The alkali reduces the fat molecules into volatile hydrocarbon fuel gases.

D.The triglyceride bonds are converted into insoluble calcium carbonate crystals.

Explanation: Saponification is the base-catalyzed hydrolysis of triglycerides (esters of glycerol and fatty acids). The strong alkali (e.g., NaOH or KOH) cleaves the ester linkages, releasing glycerol (propan-1,2,3-triol) and forming alkali metal carboxylates (soaps), which are water-soluble and easily rinsed away.

10What is the primary function of complexing / chelating agents (Komplexbildner, such as EDTA, NTA, and phosphonates) in professional liquid detergents?

A.They sequester polyvalent metal ions (such as Ca²⁺, Mg²⁺, and Fe³⁺) in stable water-soluble ring complexes, preventing limescale precipitation and surfactant inactivation.

B.They act as biocide stabilizers that permanently prevent the growth of mold in concentrate bottles.

C.They increase the foaming height of floor scrubber detergents to reduce motor suction load.

D.They chemically bleach organic stains by releasing active oxygen molecules at room temperature.

Explanation: Complexing agents (chelating agents) possess multiple donor atoms that wrap around and bind polyvalent cations (such as calcium, magnesium, and heavy metal ions) into stable, water-soluble coordination complexes (chelate rings). This softens the water, prevents mineral scaling, and enhances the cleaning performance of surfactants.

About the Meisterprüfung Denkmal-, Fassaden- und Gebäudereinigung Exam

The Meisterprüfung Denkmal-, Fassaden- und Gebäudereinigung is the highest statutory master craft qualification in Austria for professional cleaning, monument conservation, and facility hygiene. Denkmal-, Fassaden- und Gebäudereinigung is designated as a regulated craft (reglementiertes Handwerk) under § 94 Z 13 of the Austrian Trade Code (Gewerbeordnung 1994 / GewO 1994). Passing the Meisterprüfung qualifies candidates at NQR/EQF Level 6 (Bachelor-equivalent) and confers the legally protected title of 'Meister' (Mst.), granting the statutory right to operate an independent cleaning and restoration enterprise, train apprentices, and oversee safety-critical building services. This practice bank offers an English-language MCQ study adaptation covering cleaning chemistry, surface materials, Bundesdenkmalamt heritage preservation rules, cleanroom/hospital hygiene, machinery operation, ASchG safety rules, and ÖNORM contract costing.

Assessment

Five modules under the Denkmal-, Fassaden- und Gebäudereiniger-Meisterprüfungsordnung per GewO 1994 § 94 Z 13 and DFG-Zugangsvoraussetzungs-Verordnung BGBl. II Nr. 30/2003, positioned at Level 6 of the National Qualifications Framework (NQR Level 6). Modul 1: Fachlich praktische Prüfung (Teil A work sample at LAP level and Teil B master-level practical tasks including deep cleaning, coating, stone crystallization, facade/monument treatment, and disinfection protocols). Modul 2: Fachlich mündliche Prüfung (Teil A technical interview at LAP level and Teil B master commission examination covering chemistry, materials science, heritage conservation, hygiene, and environmental management). Modul 3: Fachtheoretische schriftliche Prüfung (Fachtechnologie, Fachkalkulation, Angewandte Fachmathematik, and Sicherheits-/Umweltmanagement). Modul 4: Ausbilderprüfung under §§ 29a ff BAG (or Ausbilderkurs). Modul 5: Unternehmerprüfung under the Unternehmerprüfungsordnung.

Time Limit

Set per module: practical Modul 1 runs over multiple days (typically 16–24 hours total task time), written Modul 3 lasts approximately 5–8 hours across technical and calculation subjects, and oral Modul 2 lasts 30–60 minutes before the full examination commission.

Passing Score

Austrian school grading scale from 1 ('Sehr gut') to 5 ('Nicht genügend'); each module is passed when every examined subject receives at least 4 ('Genügend'). Higher distinctions include 'mit gutem Erfolg' and 'mit Auszeichnung'.

Exam Fee

Free for the 1st & 2nd attempt at Modules 1, 2, 3 and the Unternehmerprüfung (federally funded since 1 January 2024); from the 3rd attempt onward, fees under the Allgemeine Prüfungsordnung (BGBl. II Nr. 110/2004) apply. (WKO Meisterprüfungsstellen / Bundesinnung der chemischen Gewerbe und Denkmal-, Fassaden- und Gebäudereiniger)

Meisterprüfung Denkmal-, Fassaden- und Gebäudereinigung Exam Content Outline

25% of this practice bank

Cleaning Chemistry & Disinfection Technology (Reinigungs- & Desinfektionschemie)

Surfactant classes (anionic, cationic, non-ionic, amphoteric), micelle thermodynamics, surface tension reduction, pH scale and acid/alkali mechanisms, Sinner's circle (Sinnerscher Kreis), solvent classifications, complexing agents (EDTA, phosphonates), VAH/ÖGHMP disinfectant evaluation, CLP/GHS pictograms, Safety Data Sheets (SDB Section 8), and chemical dilution mathematics.

25% of this practice bank

Surface Materials Science & Cleaning Methodology (Werkstoffkunde & Verfahrenstechnik)

Chemical and physical properties of natural stones (calciferous vs siliceous), artificial stone (terrazzo, agglomerate), resilient floorings (linoleum alkali sensitivity, PVC, rubber/elastomer), wood and parquet moisture management, architectural metals (anodized aluminum Eloxal, stainless steel passivation), glass cleaning, pure water reverse osmosis technology, deep stripping (Grundreinigung), and fluorosilicate crystallization.

20% of this practice bank

Monument & Historic Facade Conservation (Denkmalpflege & Fassadenerhaltung)

Austrian Denkmalschutzgesetz (DMSG) and Bundesdenkmalamt (BDA) preservation ethics, differentiation between natural protective patina and destructive gypsum/soot crusts, low-pressure vortex blasting (Jos/Rotec), dry ice sublimation blasting, Nd:YAG laser cleaning, chemical poultices (ammonium carbonate, desalination), and sacrificial versus permanent anti-graffiti systems.

15% of this practice bank

Healthcare, Cleanroom & Specialized Hygiene (Krankenhaus- & Reinraumhygiene)

Institutional hygiene plans (Hygieneplan), Austrian four-color system (Vier-Farben-System: red, yellow, blue, green), wipe versus spray disinfection protocols, broad-spectrum antimicrobial efficacy (EN 14885), ISO 14644-1 cleanroom classifications, GMP Annex 1 operational grades, unidirectional cleanroom wiping protocols, sporicidal decontamination, and wet area/swimming pool sanitation.

15% of this practice bank

Machinery Technology, Occupational Safety, Environmental Law & Costing (Technik, ASchG, IEV & Kalkulation)

Scrubber-drier and single-disc machine mechanics, pad color coding, high-pressure nozzle dynamics, ArbeitnehmerInnenschutzgesetz (ASchG), Bauarbeiterschutzverordnung (BauV) fall arrest standards above 2.0 m, hazardous wastewater neutralization under Indirekteinleiterverordnung (IEV), ÖNORM D 2040 training norms, ÖNORM D 2050 performance benchmarks, and full surcharge costing (Zuschlagskalkulation).

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What You Need to Know

Passing score: Austrian school grading scale from 1 ('Sehr gut') to 5 ('Nicht genügend'); each module is passed when every examined subject receives at least 4 ('Genügend'). Higher distinctions include 'mit gutem Erfolg' and 'mit Auszeichnung'.
Assessment: Five modules under the Denkmal-, Fassaden- und Gebäudereiniger-Meisterprüfungsordnung per GewO 1994 § 94 Z 13 and DFG-Zugangsvoraussetzungs-Verordnung BGBl. II Nr. 30/2003, positioned at Level 6 of the National Qualifications Framework (NQR Level 6). Modul 1: Fachlich praktische Prüfung (Teil A work sample at LAP level and Teil B master-level practical tasks including deep cleaning, coating, stone crystallization, facade/monument treatment, and disinfection protocols). Modul 2: Fachlich mündliche Prüfung (Teil A technical interview at LAP level and Teil B master commission examination covering chemistry, materials science, heritage conservation, hygiene, and environmental management). Modul 3: Fachtheoretische schriftliche Prüfung (Fachtechnologie, Fachkalkulation, Angewandte Fachmathematik, and Sicherheits-/Umweltmanagement). Modul 4: Ausbilderprüfung under §§ 29a ff BAG (or Ausbilderkurs). Modul 5: Unternehmerprüfung under the Unternehmerprüfungsordnung.
Time limit: Set per module: practical Modul 1 runs over multiple days (typically 16–24 hours total task time), written Modul 3 lasts approximately 5–8 hours across technical and calculation subjects, and oral Modul 2 lasts 30–60 minutes before the full examination commission.
Exam fee: Free for the 1st & 2nd attempt at Modules 1, 2, 3 and the Unternehmerprüfung (federally funded since 1 January 2024); from the 3rd attempt onward, fees under the Allgemeine Prüfungsordnung (BGBl. II Nr. 110/2004) apply.

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1Master the Sinner's circle (Sinnerscher Kreis) and chemical equilibrium: understand how compensating for reduced temperature or chemical concentration requires a proportional increase in mechanical action or dwell contact time (Einwirkzeit).

2Thoroughly memorize stone mineralogy and acid sensitivities: differentiate carbonate stones (marble, limestone, travertine, terrazzo) which dissolve in acids (CaCO3 + 2 H+ -> Ca2+ + H2O + CO2) from silicate stones (granite, gneiss, quartzite) which resist acids.

3Understand the chemistry of stone crystallization: know how magnesium or zinc fluorosilicates react with calcium carbonate in marble under steel wool friction to produce a wear-resistant, high-gloss calcium fluorosilicate and calcium fluoride (CaF2) matrix.

4Know the chemical and mechanical restrictions of linoleum: linoleum contains linseed oil and natural resins that saponify (verseifen) and discolor at pH > 10, strictly requiring neutral-to-mildly alkaline strippers (pH <= 9.5–10) and non-abrasive green/blue pads rather than aggressive black pads.

5Study Austrian monument conservation (Denkmalschutzgesetz / BDA): understand the difference between protective patina (Schutzpatina) and harmful gypsum crusts (Gipskrusten), and master gentle cleaning methods like low-pressure vortex blasting (Jos/Rotec at 0.5–2.5 bar), dry ice blasting (-78.5 °C sublimation), Nd:YAG laser ablation, and ammonium carbonate poultices.

6Memorize the Austrian four-color hygiene system: Red for high-load sanitary items (toilets/urinals), Yellow for general sanitary surfaces (sinks/tiles), Blue for general furnishings/offices, and Green for specialized medical/patient-care areas.

7Practise mathematical calculations for chemical dilution (Mischungskreuz and volume percentages), scrubber-drier area performance (theoretical vs effective practical capacity with efficiency factor eta), and full surcharge costing (Zuschlagskalkulation) including wage surcharges (Lohnnebenkosten ~90–100%) and overheads.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Meisterprüfung Denkmal-, Fassaden- und Gebäudereinigung in Austria?

The Meisterprüfung Denkmal-, Fassaden- und Gebäudereinigung is the official statutory master craftsman qualification in Austria for building cleaning, monument restoration, and facility hygiene. Regulated under § 94 Z 13 of the Austrian Trade Code (Gewerbeordnung 1994) and the DFG-Zugangsvoraussetzungs-Verordnung (BGBl. II Nr. 30/2003), it is positioned at Level 6 of the National and European Qualifications Framework (NQR/EQF Level 6, Bachelor-equivalent). Administered by the WKO Meisterprüfungsstellen, passing the examination confers the legally protected title of 'Meister' (Mst.) and provides the legal entitlement to run an independent cleaning enterprise, train apprentices, and oversee large-scale commercial, industrial, and historic preservation contracts.

What are the 5 modules of the Austrian DFG Meisterprüfung?

The examination comprises 5 modular components: Modul 1 (Fachlich praktische Prüfung: work sample on apprenticeship-final level and advanced master-level practical tasks including stone crystallization, deep stripping, facade cleaning, and disinfection); Modul 2 (Fachlich mündliche Prüfung: oral technical discussion and comprehensive commission examination on chemistry, materials science, heritage conservation, hygiene, and environmental management); Modul 3 (Fachtheoretische schriftliche Prüfung: written technological papers, applied technical mathematics, and surcharge costing); Modul 4 (Ausbilderprüfung under the Berufsausbildungsgesetz or completed Ausbilderkurs); and Modul 5 (Unternehmerprüfung covering business administration, tax law, and commercial regulations). Candidates with a completed Lehrabschlussprüfung in the trade are credited with Teil A of Modules 1 and 2.

What are the key differences between ÖNORM D 2040, ÖNORM D 2050, and ÖNORM D 2210?

These three Austrian standards govern different dimensions of the cleaning industry. ÖNORM D 2040 is an educational and qualification standard establishing uniform requirements for training programs and certified credentials (e.g., Geprüfter Objektleiter, Geprüfter Hausbetreuer). ÖNORM D 2050 sets standardized area performance benchmarks (Quadratmeterleistungen in m²/h) across various room categories; it is anchored in the collective labor agreement (Kollektivvertrag) to protect cleaning staff from excessive workloads and serves as a calculation baseline. ÖNORM D 2210 is the contract performance standard (Werkvertragsnorm) defining surface cleaning categories, service specifications (Leistungsverzeichnis), quality inspection criteria, and billing terms for contract execution.

What environmental regulations govern cleaning wastewater discharge in Austria?

Under the Austrian Water Act (Wasserrechtsgesetz - WRG) and the Indirect Discharge Regulation (Indirekteinleiterverordnung - IEV), cleaning wastewater discharged into public municipal sewer networks must strictly comply with threshold limits. Key parameters include a permissible pH range of 6.5 to 9.5, a maximum wastewater temperature of 35 °C, mandatory mineral oil hydrocarbon separation (Ölabscheider per EN 858) for garage and machinery cleaning, and the total exclusion of halogenated organic solvents (LHKW). Wastewater from chemical facade cleaning or heavy polymer stripping must frequently be collected, neutralized, and filtered on-site prior to discharge or disposed of as hazardous waste (Sonderabfall).

How much does the Austrian Meisterprüfung cost?

Since 1 January 2024 (applied retroactively to examination dates from 1 July 2023), the Austrian federal government 100% funds and waives the examination fees for the first and second attempt at Modules 1, 2, and 3, as well as the Unternehmerprüfung (Modul 5). These attempts are completely free of charge for candidates. From the third attempt onward, examination fees are levied according to the schedule set forth in the Allgemeine Prüfungsordnung (BGBl. II Nr. 110/2004) and calculated by the responsible provincial Meisterprüfungsstelle.

How does this practice bank adapt the Austrian Meisterprüfung?

The official Austrian master craftsman examination consists of multi-day practical work samples, comprehensive written technological/costing papers, and an in-depth oral commission examination conducted in German before a WKO board. This practice question bank is an English-language multiple-choice study adaptation designed to reinforce theoretical chemistry, surface science, heritage restoration ethics, hospital hygiene, machinery calculation, and regulatory frameworks. It preserves exact German technical and legal terms (such as Sinnerscher Kreis, Grundreinigung, Indirekteinleiterverordnung, VAH-Liste, and Bundesdenkmalamt) while providing thorough explanations in English.