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Traits of eggshells and shell membranes of translucent eggs.
Poultry science - 1 Feb 2017
Wang De-He, Li Ya-Jie, Liu Long, Liu Jing-Shou, Bao Man, Yang Ning, Zhuo-Cheng Hou, Ning Zhong-Hua
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Translucent eggshells negatively affect the appearance of eggs and decrease their economic value. Translocation and accumulation of water from the contents to the shells of eggs are frequent occurrences. Causes of translucent eggshell formation have been investigated, but the primary reason is uncertain. In previous studies, scientists have found that the thickness of the eggshell membrane was significantly...
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