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==Introduction==
 
==Introduction==
The keratin in the epidermis, when thickened and cornified, is referred to as [[Horn - Anatomy & Physiology|horn]].  Horn is particularly resistant to mechanical and chemical damage.  The outer surface of the hoof is composed of horn.  
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The equine hoof is defined in a physiologic as the modified skin covering the tip of the digit and all enclosed structures.
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The keratin in the epidermis, when thickened and cornified, is referred to as [[Horn - Anatomy & Physiology|horn]].  Horn is particularly resistant to mechanical and chemical damage.  The outer surface of the hoof is composed of horn.
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==Five Segments of the Hoof===
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Periople
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Coronary Segment
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Wall Segment
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Sole Segment
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Frog-Bulb Segment
    
==Structure and Function==
 
==Structure and Function==
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