Animal Health & Nutrition Quiz

What is a major source of carbohydrates for livestock?

• Corn

• Soybeans

• Cottonseed Hulls

• Grain By-products

What practices are used to prevent mastitis in dairy cattle?

• Proper sanitation and waste disposal

• Vaccination against mastitis

• Regular milking and udder hygiene

• All of the above

Which nutrient is important for the formation of bones?

• Protein

• Carbohydrates

• Minerals

• Vitamins

What is the function of carbohydrates in animal nutrition?

• Energy and heat

• Hair, skin, muscles, cell regeneration

• Digestion, absorption, circulation, transportation of nutrients

• Increases production

What are the signs of good health in animals?

• Alertness and pink membranes

• Chewing cud and normal body discharges

• Shiny hair coat and bright eyes

• All of the above

What is the purpose of using disinfectants in livestock facilities?

• To promote growth and performance

• To control diseases and promote health

• To increase feed intake and digestion

• To improve animal reproduction

What is the term for a nonnutritive substance added to animal feed to promote growth and performance?

• Protein

• Carbohydrate

• Feed additive

• Vitamin

What is the term for a substance used to help or control diseases in animals?

• Growth hormone

• Antibiotic

• Mineral supplement

• Vitamin source

What is the term for the material left after all water has been removed from a feed?

• Dry matter

• Total Digestible Nutrient (TDN)

• Concentrate feed

• Roughage

What is the term for a disease that can be passed to other animals by contact?

• Contagious disease

• Non-contagious disease

• Nutrient deficiency

• Injury