Animal Digestion

Animal Digestion

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Biology

9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the function of the omasum in ruminant digestion?

Back

The omasum grinds, squeezes, and sorts food, aiding in the digestive process.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the process of breaking down food into simple substances that can be absorbed by the body called?

Back

Digestion.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What term describes animals with a single stomach, such as pigs and horses?

Back

Monogastric.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the largest part of the ruminant digestive system where solid material is fermented by bacteria?

Back

Rumen.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In which organ does bacterial digestion occur in horses and rabbits before food moves to the small intestine?

Back

Cecum.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the four compartments of a ruminant stomach?

Back

Rumen, reticulum, omasum, and abomasum.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of the reticulum in ruminant digestion?

Back

The reticulum collects smaller digesta particles and moves them into the omasum.

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