Associate of the Worshipful Company of Farriers. A recognition of advanced skill and knowledge awarded by the W.C.F.. Applicants must have achieved the D.W.C.F. at least two years prior. The two day A.W.C.F. examination includes three essay questions, to be answered fully and with color...
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Arteriovenous anastomoses. Special blood vessels which act as bypass valves, diverting blood away from the tiny capillaries which nourish the laminae. Opening the A.V.A.s reduces blood flow resistance, thereby increasing the flow rate. This is thought to be a mechanism for preventing frostbite in...
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[from the Greek atrophia, not to nourish]: Shrinking or degeneration of tissues. Usually results from disuse or disease....
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A propane forge that requires no blower. Perfected by Donald Jones of NC Tool in 1982. This was the first gas forge in which good welds could consistently be made....
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The gristle covering the surface of the bones at the joints....
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The range of movement of a skeletal joint....
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The thick-walled vessels which carry oxygenated blood from the heart to the tissues....
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Brand of forged anvils from 1900 until 1950....
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A device which uses high-voltage electrodes to generate intense, concentrated heat. Used to weld and cut metal....
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A garment worn over the front part of the legs to protect the legs from fire or piercing horseshoe nails. Usually made of leather or ballistic nylon....
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