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WAEC Animal Husbandry 2020 Question 26

Question 26

Poultry Production

A farmer noticed the laying of soft-shelled eggs by a flock of layers. Which of the following minerals is likely deficient in the diet of the layers?

  1. A.Calcium.
  2. B.Iron.
  3. C.Manganese.
  4. D.Zinc.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Calcium.)

Explanation

Eggshell is mostly calcium carbonate, so too little calcium gives soft shells.