Ruminant Animals, Such as Goats and Cows

question 153

Multiple Choice

Ruminant animals, such as goats and cows,

• A) secrete stomach enzymes that break down cellulose.
• B) practice coprophagy.
• C) have a four-chambered stomach that provides a large surface area for nutrient absorption.
• D) have a stomach whose structure indicates it functions best on a high corn diet.
• E) get much of their protein from the digestion of microorganisms.

---

Definitions:

Family Mealtime

Family mealtime is the occasion when members of a household gather to eat a meal together, an important practice for bonding, communication, and the establishment of healthy eating patterns.

Eating

The act of consuming food or substances to provide nutritional support for the body, a necessary action for survival.

Benefits

Advantages or positive outcomes gained from actions, decisions, or policies.

Adjustment Issues

Psychological difficulties in adapting to new or changing environments, situations, or life stages.