6 Essential Nutrients Review

What is the largest component of nearly all living things?

• Protein

• Carbohydrates

• Water

• Minerals

Carbohydrates are composed of sugars and _______.

• starches

• proteins

• fats

• vitamins

Why is it important to consider the quality of protein being fed to animals?

• To ensure animals receive essential amino acids

• To reduce feed costs

• To increase water intake

• To improve animal behavior

Vitamins in animals are required in _______ quantities but are very important.

• minute

• large

• excessive

• abundant

How many essential nutrients are there that animals must have to be healthy?

• 10

• 12

• 6

• 20

What are the sources of carbohydrates for animals?

• A) Corn, barley, wheat, oats, rye

• B) Soybeans, cottonseed, peanuts

• C) Fishmeal, blood meal, skim milk

What are the sources of proteins for animals?

• Corn, barley, wheat

• Soybeans, cottonseed, peanuts, linseed

• Oil seeds and animal by-products

What are the sources of fats for animals?

• Cereal grains

• Oil seeds and animal by-products

• Vitamins and minerals

What are the sources of vitamins and minerals for animals?

• High quality feeds

• Clean drinking water

• Cereal grains

What is the only source of water for most animals?

• Cereal grains

• Clean drinking water

• Oil seeds