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Expand MOET. Explain the procedure of this technology in cattle improvement.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Expansion of MOET**: - The full form of MOET is **Multiple Ovulation Embryo Transfer Technology**. 2. **Induction of Super Ovulation**: - In this procedure, a cow is administered with hormones similar to **Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)**. This hormone stimulates the maturation of multiple follicles in the ovaries, leading to the production of multiple eggs (ova). Instead of producing one egg, a super-ovulated cow can produce **six or more eggs** at a time. ...
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