Question 42
Animal NutritionRuminants do not normally show deficiency symptoms of vitamin B complex because
- A.the grasses they consume are very rich in the vitamins
- B.they do not need the vitamins
- C.they tolerate the deficiency of these vitamins
- D.the bacteria in their rumen synthesize the vitamins.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (the bacteria in their rumen synthesize the vitamins.)
Explanation
Rumen microbes make B vitamins.