Cow digestive system

Front

What breaks down a cow's food?

Back

saliva

Front

Food goes down to the esophagus

Back

Then to the rumen

Front

What does the rumen break down?

Back

fibers

Front

Food that is not fully digested and thrown up is called

Back

Cud

Front

What is omasum?

Back

Third stomach

Front

How many compartments to the stomach does a ruminant animal have?

Back

4

Front

What does the reticulum look like?

Back

a honeycomb

Front

Does a cow have a large intestine and small intestine?

Back

Yes

Front

Where is an unchewed cow's food stored?

Back

Reticulum

Front

How long does it take for cows to digest food?

Back

1-3 days