Animal Reproductive Systems ANS 1 - 6.01

Front

What is the primary function of the large intestine in the digestive system?

Back

The large intestine absorbs water and excess nutrients from the digested food.

Front

What is the correct order of the three parts of the small intestine?

Back

Duodenum, Jejunum, Ileum.

Front

What is the structure of the ruminant stomach that resembles a carpet shag?

Back

Rumen.

Front

How long can ruminants ruminate in a day?

Back

Ruminants can ruminate for up to 8 hours.

Front

What is the cloaca?

Back

The cloaca is where the digestive and reproductive tracts combine.

Front

What is the role of the liver in digestion?

Back

The liver produces bile, which helps in the digestion of fats.

Front

What is the function of the gallbladder?

Back

The gallbladder stores and concentrates bile produced by the liver.

Front

What is the primary purpose of the abomasum in ruminants?

Back

The abomasum is the true stomach of ruminants where digestion occurs.

Front

What is the significance of the reticulum in the ruminant stomach?

Back

The reticulum helps in the formation of cud and is involved in the fermentation process.

Front

What is the difference between ruminants and non-ruminants?

Back

Ruminants have a specialized stomach with multiple compartments for fermentation, while non-ruminants have a single-chambered stomach.