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	Conformation - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		In chemistry, the conformation of a molecule is its structure.
		In molecular biology and biochemistry, a protein's conformation (tertiary structure) is its overall shape as determined by its folding.
		A horse's conformation is the proportions of its body in relation to one another.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Conformation (173 words)

	Conformational isomerism - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Conformational isomerism is a form of isomerism and describes the phenomenon of molecules with the same structural formula having different chemical conformations or conformers due to atoms rotating about a bond.
		N is the population of molecules in a particular conformation.
		Conformational isomerism only occurs around single bonds as a result of the requirement of breaking one or more pi bonds to rotate substituents about a sigma bond axis in double and triple bonded atoms.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Chemical_conformation (471 words)

	PPS 96' - Side Chain Conformation (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		The different conformations of the side chain as a function of chi1 are refered to as gauche(+), trans and gauche(-).
		This conformation is unstable because the gamma atom is in close contact with the main chain CO and NH groups.
		The gauche(-) conformation is occasionally adopted by serine or threonine residues in a helix where the steric hindrance is offset by a hydrogen bond between the gamma oxygen atom and the main chain.
	www.cryst.bbk.ac.uk /PPS2/course/section3/conform.html (374 words)

	JRTCA Jack Russell Terrier Trials - Conformation Division
		In addition to conformation and movement, the terrier is judged on temperament; as in all things having to do with Jack Russells, the best working terrier is being sought.
		JRTCA sanctioned conformation judges are required to have an in-depth, first-hand knowledge of terrier work, and understand the importance of the physical characteristics necessary for a terrier to be useful for the work he was bred to do.
		Conformation exhibiting has been very effective in the U.S. in promoting correct conformation according to the breed standard, thereby improving the quality of the breeding stock in this country.
	www.terrier.com /trial/conform.php3 (1077 words)

	Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association -- Ownership (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		Conformation is the physical appearance of an animal due to the arrangement of muscle, bone and other body tissue.
		Good conformation is the overall blending of body parts to form a beautiful athlete.
		Some sires pass similar conformational faults to offspring, with some of the faults having little or no consequence with respect to their racing success.
	www.toba.org /ownership/conformation.html (238 words)

	Firefly Walking Horses,Some tips on Conformation.
		This study of how conformation of the horse relates to his way of moving will present some guidelines for selecting a horse that will perform the true, natural running walk.
		Conformation is definitely the most important factor to be considered in the selection and breeding of the Tennessee Walking Horse.
		Perhaps the most important factor to consider when examining the conformation of the Walking Horse is the angle of the shoulder in relation to his legs and total body.
	fireflywalkers.tripod.com /conformation.htm (2002 words)

	American Kennel Club - A Beginner's Guide to Dog Shows
		The dog's conformation (overall appearance and structure), an indication of the dog's ability to produce quality puppies, is judged.
		Spayed or neutered dogs are not eligible to compete in conformation classes at a dog show, because the purpose of a dog show is to evaluate breeding stock.
		Juniors competing in conformation events are judged on how they present their dogs.
	www.akc.org /events/conformation/beginners.cfm (2520 words)

	Conformation Clinic - Part 1
		Conformation refers to the way a horse's body parts are put together.
		Conformation is a matter of form equaling function.
		An unsoundness is a condition that may have been caused by an injury or developed as a result of the horse's conformation.
	www.suite101.com /article.cfm/horse_talk/98193 (459 words)

	Gaited Horses Conformation Analysis Forum (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		Conformation is what makes horses better able to perform in a certain fashion.
		To judge a horses conformation you need to view the horse from each side and evaluate the horse at a standstill and while in motion (walk and gait).
		The two conformation analyses are beneficial in analyzing gaits (why they can or cannot gait and why they gait the way they do).
	gaitedhorses.net /ConformationLesson/index.shtml (1180 words)

	RRCUS - Canine Hip Displasia
		The first three are considered within normal radiographic limits for age and breed and are eligible for assignment of an OFA breed number if the dog was 24 months of age or older at the time of radiography.
		Hip joint conformation (phenotype) is the radiographic appearance of the hip joints and is the outcome of interaction between a dog's hereditary makeup (genotype) and its environment.
		Hip joint conformation can be represented as a range from excellent to very dysplastic and shades in between these two ends of the spectrum.
	rrcus.org /assets/html/breedinfo/dysplastic.htm (336 words)

	What is conformation? - Dachsie's Bulletin Board
		For a dog to be eligible to compete in conformation, pup has to be intact ie not spayed nor neutered and be AKC registered dog.
		In conformation events after being examined by a judge, dogs are placed according to how well (in the judge's opinion) they measure up to their breed standard.
		Conformation is quite complex and it is hard to fit it all in a short post.
	www.dachsie.org /vbb/showthread.php?t=12814 (790 words)

	Alpaca Conformation
		orrect leg conformation optimizes bone and joint health throughout the life of the animal and therefore is important to its well-being.
		But in response to owner requests for better overall leg conformation, the minimum standards for imported animals were raised in the phenotypic examination.
		One indication of normal leg conformation on the heavily fibered animal would be that the toes point forward.
	www.belleauwood.com /AlpacaConformation.htm (2390 words)

	Mammoth Jackstock Conformation - Blue Mountain Donkey Page
		Proper conformation means that your animal will be able to move and function with minimum stress on it's bones, joints and ligaments with maximum power output.
		Understanding that there is a very important purpose behind the conformation standards is helpful in being able to perceive an ideal and using this mental template on the real thing.
		Conformation should be the all deciding factor - meaning body structure meant for function not just pretty.
	www.orednet.org /~jrachau/type.htm (1491 words)

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		To Evaluate a horses conformation you must know several common names associated with horse anatomy.
		Althought a horses basic body conformation will vary by breed, all horses should have basic "athletic" structural attributes.
		A horses conformation determines how well it can perform the functions asked of it.
	imeha.org /horseconformation.html (736 words)

	How to do Your Own Conformation Analysis for Gait
		Basic conformation analysis can tell you a lot about your horse's potential for performing a specific gait, as well as giving you an idea of how he will do that gait.
		Ideally, well-balanced horses will be equal in height from the ground at the crest of the withers and the highest point of the croup, and will also be close to the same length from the ground at their elbows and stifle joints.
		Conformation proportions will not be 100% predictors of the gaits horses use, but they can give you an idea of how yours may choose to travel under saddle.
	leeziegler.com /howtoart.html (2276 words)

	Vulval Conformation, Common Vulval Injuries and the Caslick's Procedure
		If the vulval seal is high (more than 4 cm of length dorsal to the pelvic floor) in relation to the pelvic brim, the vestibular seal is incompetent and aspiration of air (pneumovagina) and the aspiration of bacteria and contaminated material into the vagina can occur (Figures Two and Three).
		The significance of this conformation is that the normal vulval seal is compromised and there is the development of a pneumovagina and the aspiration of bacteria and contaminated The initial vaginitis may lead to cervicitis and acute endometritis resulting in subfertility.
		The more severe conformational abnormalities are more likely to result in failure of the vulval seal, and to increased faecal contamination since the vulva forms a shelf on to which faeces may collect.
	www.equine-reproduction.com /articles/VulvalConformation.shtml (1973 words)

	Questions and Answers about conformation showing in UKC (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		UKC offers 2 levels of conformation titling – the Show Champion and the Grand Show Champion, thus allowing the worthy dog to continue to compete for a second title without the need for a ‘mega-bucks specials experience’ as the only venue for a dog to continue to show after it completes a Championship.
		The Performance Dog ethos is evident throughout the UKC programs and in the adherence of the conformation judges to standards which call for dogs exhibited in working condition and the rewarding of worthy dogs in condition for field work.
		It is a different atmosphere, where exhibitors care about the opinion of the judge and how the dog really does stack up against competition, not simply about ‘the win,’ where breeders seem to care about the health and welfare of their chosen breed, not simply about producing something that will win.
	www.ulra.net /Contents/Articles/q_and_a_about_ukc_conf.htm (2297 words)

	Bernese Conformation (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		Conformation is the sport of showing your Berner in a Show Ring among other Berners before an experienced breed Judge.
		There are Conformation Show Rings at All Breed Dog Shows, which happen in every region of the United States and are generally put on by that local AKC recognized all breed dog club.
		The label 'Conformation' comes from the idea of 'conforming to breed standard', which is the entire purpose of a Show Ring.
	www.sagekeep.com /conformation.htm (2644 words)

	Polysaccharide Conformations
		These recommendation are made to allow polysaccharide conformation to be specified; the nomenclature of carbohydrates is published elsewhere [1], as are symbols for specifying ring forms of monosaccharides [3] and recommendations for the symbolic representation of oligosaccharides [4].
		They are in conformity with recommendations also being published on polynucleotide conformation [5] and with earlier recommendations [6] on polypeptide conformation.
		In this notation the approximate conformation of the ring is indicated with an italic, capital letter, which designates the ring shape, and numerals, which distinguish between the variant forms of each shape.
	www.chem.qmul.ac.uk /iupac/misc/psac.html (1735 words)

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		The dog's conformation, overall appearance and structure in comparison to the breed standard, is an indication of the dog's ability to produce quality puppies.
		Spayed or neutered dogs are not eligible to compete in conformation classes, because their purpose is to evaluate breeding stock.
		In Canada most dogs at conformation shows are competing for points toward their CKC championships.
	www.pwdcc.org /activities_conformation.html (679 words)

	Horses - The Conformation of the Horse - Equiworld - Equestrian Information on the internet
		The ideal conformation of a young horse for any competition or sound family mount.
		Look at the leg from the side, if the legs look to have a slight bend towards the hind legs, this is called “back at the knee” it is a conformation fault.
		A roached back is one that curves up behind the saddle, this often indicates a comfortable ride and good jump, but it is a conformation weakness and should really be avoided.
	www.equiworld.net /uk/horsecare/conformation (2002 words)

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		Two main faults in the conformation of the neck are the ewe neck and the turkey neck.
		One of the most undesirable conformation faults if calf knees, also known as back at the knees or sheep knees.
		Calf kneed horses have a predisposition to knee fractures because there is so much concussion on the knee joint, since it is somewhat bent backwards when the hoof strikes the ground.
	www.american-saddlebred.com /asbtype.htm (1866 words)

	FAQ Conformation & Conditioning
		With the proper conditioning, a horse should be able to perform the work for which its conformation best suited.
		Conformational flaws are limiting factors which predispose a horse to lameness or unsoundness.
		There are many types of conditioning exercises that target a specific area to compensate for a specific conformation point.
	www.horseinfo.com /info/faqs/faqconformQ11.html (189 words)

	Dressage Horse Conformation Research Results: Dressage Imports & FEI dressage training
		If buyers know what is the best conformation for their particular discipline, the breeder may have to anticipate that and produce, for example, horses more suited to dressage than to hunter or jumper, and that anticipation may be narrowed further, depending on the level of accomplishment which the riders hope to reach.
		Conformation judging is a process of observation which can determine whether a horse will move well, carry weight and stay sound.
		The best general impression of the balanced conformation of a horse is usually created when it is viewed for the first time from a distance, preferably of fifty feet or more.
	www.dressage.to /dressage/preresearch/dressage_horse_conformation (17074 words)

	Conformational Movies - Organic Chemistry Supplementary Course Materials (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		Due to the free rotation that is possible around single bonds, different conformations of a molecule are possible.
		The simplest example of rotation around a single bond which gives rise to different conformations is rotation of the carbon-carbon single bond in ethane.
		In the eclipsed conformation, hydrogens on adjacent carbons are as close together as possible.
	www.cem.msu.edu /~parrill/movies/conf.html (353 words)

	American Kennel Club - Conformation
		If you have questions or comments about Conformation, contact the AKC staff.
		Dog shows, or "conformation" events, are the signature events of the AKC.
		They concentrate on the distinctive features of purebred dogs and help to preserve these characteristics by providing a forum at which to evaluate breeding stock.
	www.akc.org /events/conformation/index.cfm (132 words)

	8. DNA Conformation and Methylated Pyrimidines
		The A conformation of DNA is somewhat compressed along the helical axis and has a very deep major groove with a shallow and exposed minor groove.
		In A and B DNA, the anti- conformation is adopted by all bases, in Z DNA the purines adopt the syn- conformation.
		A_T.pdb Hexamer of sequence TATATA in A conformation.
	www.cgl.ucsf.edu /home/glasfeld/tutorial/ZDNA/ZDNA.html (937 words)

	Polynucleotide Conformation 1
		The nomenclature proposed here is consistent with that recommended for polypeptide conformation [10] as well as with recommendations for polysaccharide conformation [12] and stereochemistry of synthetic polymers [13].
		When the sequence of atoms A-B-C-D is viewed along the central bond B-C, a torsion angle is considered positive when the bond to the front must be rotated clockwise in order that it may eclipse the bond to the rear as shown in Fig.
		If the precise torsion angle for a conformation is not known, it may be convenient to specify it roughly by naming a conformational region.
	www.chem.qmul.ac.uk /iupac/misc/pnuc1.html (2036 words)

	Advanced Conformation Dog Training - C.C.C.C.
		The handlers/dogs should now be familiar with the basic knowledge of conformation needed for this Advanced Class.
		This class goes into all of the already known skills and AKC ring procedures of conformation.
		It emphasizes working on your techniques and ring savvy with your dog in order to prepare the handler/dog for conformation competition events.
	www.cincinnaticanine.com /cona.htm (192 words)

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		The ASCA Conformation program is designed to promote the exhibition of ASCA registered purebred Australian Shepherds and award those that conform to the ASCA Breed Standard.
		The Conformation Program has two classifications in which to compete for Championship points.
		To earn a Conformation Championship, whether Intact or Altered, ASCA requires three major wins and a total of 15 points.
	asca.org /Programs/Conformation/breed.htm (306 words)

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