Why Do Sheep Have a Much Longer Small Intestine Relative

question 7

Multiple Choice

Why do sheep have a much longer small intestine relative to their size than wolves do?

• A) Sheep are generally larger than wolves and the larger the animal,the larger the relative size of its small intestine.
• B) Wolves have sharper teeth than sheep,so they do not need to absorb food only through their small intestines.
• C) Sheep eat relatively nutrient-poor food,and a long intestine allows more complete absorption of the available nutrients.
• D) Wolves have a simple stomach,whereas the sheep stomach is fairly complex.

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