Why do bats have a faster digestion process compared to other mammals?
4 Animals That Don’t Have Resident Gut Microbiomes

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To support diverse diets
To increase nutrient absorption
To avoid microbial infections
To conserve energy during flight
2.
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What is a common feature of the digestive systems of both bats and birds?
They both have multiple stomachs
They both rely on external microbes for digestion
They both have a resident gut microbiome
They both have fast digestion to aid in flight
3.
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What is the primary reason caterpillars do not rely on gut microbes?
Their stomach environment is highly alkaline
They have a highly acidic stomach
They have a short digestive tract
Their diet is rich in nutrients
4.
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What is a significant finding about caterpillars' digestion when treated with antibiotics?
They develop a new set of gut microbes
Their digestion remains unaffected or improves
They become more susceptible to infections
Their digestion becomes less efficient
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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How do some ants benefit from not having a consistent microbial partnership?
They can reproduce faster
They are less prone to diseases
They have a more varied diet
They can survive in a wider range of temperatures
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is a potential risk for animals that rely on gut microbes?
Limited habitat range
Higher risk of infections
Increased energy expenditure
Reduced nutrient absorption
7.
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What unique adaptation allows stick insects to digest plant material without microbes?
They have a symbiotic relationship with fungi
They produce their own digestive microbes
They acquired genes through horizontal gene transfer
They have a specialized gut structure
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