Microstructure of Holstein and Gir breed adult bovine hooves: histomorphometry, three-dimensional microtomography and microhardness test evaluation

This study aimed to characterize and compare the aspects involved in the microstructural formation of the Holstein and Gir breed hoof wall by histomorphometry, three-dimensional microtomography and microhardness test techniques. Seventy-two (18H/18G thoracic and 18H/18G pelvic) Holstein (H) and Gir...

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Main Authors: R.E. Rabelo, V.A.S. Vulcani, F.J.F. Sant'Ana, L.A.F. Silva, B.M. Assis, G.H.M. Araújo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais 2015-12-01
Series:Arquivo Brasileiro de Medicina Veterinária e Zootecnia
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Online Access:http://www.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0102-09352015000601492&lng=en&tlng=en