Nutrition in animals

What is the main function of the digestive system in animals?

• To regulate body temperature

• To break down food into nutrients for absorption

• To produce hormones for growth

• To store excess water

Name the different types of teeth found in animals and their functions.

• Pointers

• Incisors, canines, premolars, molars

• Fangs

• Grinders

How do animals absorb nutrients in their digestive system?

• Nutrients are absorbed through the skin

• Nutrients are absorbed through the walls of the intestines into the bloodstream.

• Nutrients are absorbed through the respiratory system

• Nutrients are absorbed through the ears

Which part of the digestive system is responsible for breaking down food into smaller particles?

• stomach

• liver

• esophagus

• intestines

Why is it important for animals to have different types of teeth?

• Animals need different types of teeth to regulate their body temperature.

• Animals need different types of teeth to improve their hearing abilities.

• Animals need different types of teeth to effectively process various types of food.

• Animals need different types of teeth for aesthetic purposes.

What are the main nutrients that animals need for survival?

• Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats, Vitamins, Minerals, Water

• Proteins, Carbohydrates, Sugars, Fiber, Water, Sodium

• Vitamins, Fats, Calcium, Sodium, Magnesium, Zinc

• Carbohydrates, Proteins, Water, Fiber, Sugars, Iron

Explain the process of nutrient absorption in the small intestine of animals.

• Nutrients are absorbed in the large intestine of animals

• Nutrient absorption in the small intestine occurs via gaseous exchange

• Nutrient absorption in the small intestine of animals occurs through villi and microvilli, where epithelial cells with transport proteins facilitate the movement of nutrients into the bloodstream.

• Nutrients are absorbed through the skin of animals

How does the structure of an animal's digestive system relate to its diet?

• The structure of an animal's digestive system is closely related to its diet, with adaptations such as the length of the digestive tract and specialized organs reflecting the type of food the animal consumes.

• The size of an animal's ears is directly related to its digestive system

• Animals with a complex digestive system can only eat one type of food

• The color of the animal's fur determines its digestive system structure

What role do enzymes play in the digestion of food in animals?

• Enzymes break down complex molecules into simpler forms that can be easily absorbed by the body.

• Enzymes convert food into energy directly

• Enzymes build complex molecules from simpler forms

• Enzymes have no role in the digestion of food

Discuss the importance of fiber in the diet of herbivorous animals.

• Herbivorous animals can thrive without fiber in their diet

• Fiber is harmful to the digestive system of herbivorous animals

• Fiber is essential for digestion, gut health, dental health, and disease prevention in herbivorous animals.

• Fiber has no impact on herbivorous animals' health