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What is the crust of an egg made of?

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15y ago
Updated: 8/17/2019

The generalized eggshell structure, which varies widely among species, is a protein matrix lined with mineral crystals, usually of a calcium compound such as calcium carbonate. It is calcium build-up and is not made of cells. Harder eggs are more mineralized than softer eggs.

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