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Cross-sectional studies of ultimate pH in lambs

G.V. PetersenDepartment of Veterinary Pathology and Public Heath, Massey University;Triac Controls Ltd, PO Box 45-159, Auckland 8, New Zealand
Pages 51-57 | Published online: 03 May 2016

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