Livestock Nutrition

Which nutrient provides us with the most energy? It provides 2.25 as much energy as carbs.

• protein

• lipids

• minerals

• water

The largest part of the animal's food supply (75%)

• fat

• water

• protein

• carbohydrates

Which essential nutrient is primarily responsible for building muscle and repairing the body?

• Carbohydrates

• Protein

• Fats/Oils

• Water

What type of feed are minerals and vitamins primarily in?

• Roughages

• Concentrates

• Supplements

Which animal feed example would be considered a roughage?

• Barley

• Alfalfa Hay

• Oats

• Electrolytes

Which essential nutrient makes up 70% of an animal’s body and is the most crucial nutrient?

• Carbohydrates
• Water
• Protein
• Minerals

How many minerals do animals need?

• 14

• 15

• 16

• 17

This type of feed is high in fiber and relatively low in digestible nutrients.

• concentrate

• mineral

• supplement

• roughages

Cattle drink approximately how much water per day?

• 10 gallons

• 5 gallons

• 30 gallons

• 3 gallons

Which animal feed example would be considered a concentrate?

• Barley

• corn

• Oats

• salt