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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.
The equine hoof is defined in a physiologic as the modified skin covering the tip of the digit and all enclosed structures.
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.
==Five Segments of the Hoof===
Periople
Coronary Segment
Wall Segment
Sole Segment
Frog-Bulb Segment
==Structure and Function==
==Structure and Function==