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Use of Estimates	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2021
Use Of Estimates [Abstract]
Use of Estimates	2. Use of Estimates The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions affecting the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, and the reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the reporting period.  The Company’s most significant estimates and critical accounting policies involve reviewing assets for impairment, determining the assumptions used in measuring stock-based compensation expense and valuing warrants.   Actual results could differ from these estimates. Management’s estimates and assumptions are reviewed regularly, and the effects of revisions are reflected in the consolidated financial statements in the periods they are determined to be necessary.

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Provides an entity's explanation that the preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires the use of management estimates.

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