Question 40
Animal Anatomy and PhysiologyThe sites of microbial activities along the gastro-instestinal tract of ruminants include the following except
- A.rumen
- B.reticulum
- C.large intestine
- D.abomasum
- E.colon.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (abomasum)
Explanation
Microbes work in the rumen, reticulum and the large intestine; the acidic abomasum uses gastric juice.