Question 27
Animal NutritionRuminants do not show deficiency symptoms of vitamin B because
- A.bacteria in their rumen synthesizes vitamin B.
- B.they have high tolerance range for vitamin B deficiency.
- C.they do not need vitamin B for effective functioning.
- D.they consume grasses which are rich in vitamin B.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (bacteria in their rumen synthesizes vitamin B.)
Explanation
Rumen microbes make all the B vitamins the animal needs.