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Understanding the effects of incubator temperature on embryo and post-hatch chick development

Code: 9781801468688
Publication date: 29/05/2023
Extent: 24 pages

Contributions by: R. Michael Hulet, Penn State University, USA; and Michael J. Wineland, North Carolina State University, USA

Chapter synopsis:

This chapter analyses the effects of incubator temperature on embryo and post-hatch chick development.



DOI: 10.19103/AS.2022.0118.14
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Table of contents
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Single-stage versus multiple-stage incubation
  • 3 Embryonic heat requirements
  • 4 Effect of temperatures on hatchling quality and growth
  • 5 Incubational thermal manipulation
  • 6 Influence of embryonic temperature on organ development
  • 7 Incubation temperature effects on incidence of ascites
  • 8 Temperature effects on integument system
  • 9 Conclusion
  • 10 Where to look for further information
  • 11 References

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