Indeterminate AROs (Details) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2021 USD ($)
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Indeterminate Costs Incurred, Asset Retirement Obligation Due to Asbestos	$ 0

Indeterminate Costs Incurred, Asset Retirement Obligation Due to Asbestos

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