heavy

heavy

having great weight.

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heavy chain

see heavy chain.

heavy chain switch

see class switching.

heavy grain feeding

feeding of cereal grain feeds at levels in excess of conventional practice is frequently followed by carbohydrate engorgement, rumenitis and hepatic abscessation. Persistent feeding at levels less than those conducive to lactic acidosis is thought to contribute to the development of left displacement of the abomasum.

heavy horse breeds

includes clydesdale, shire, suffolk horse, belgian, percheron.

heavy metals

lead, mercury, silver, zinc, copper, arsenic, iron.

heavy veal calves

fed on hard feed, weigh >400 lb (182 kg), aged >3 weeks. Called also western veal calves.