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Structure and distribution of chalky deposits in the Pacific oyster using x-ray computed tomography (CT)

Oysters are unusual among bivalves in that they possess chambers, often filled with soft, chalky calcite, that are irregularly scattered throughout the shell. Because the function of these so-called chalky deposits is still unclear, evaluating the growth and distribution of chalk is important for el...

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Autores principales: Banker, Roxanne M. W., Sumner, Dawn Y.
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: Nature Publishing Group UK 2020
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Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7374099/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/32694560
http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/s41598-020-68726-4