Parts of the animal
Given a typical livestock animal, point out where the poll would be located.
The forehead of the animal.
What is the function of the rumen?
Microbial action
Name one of the four parts of the heart
Right Atrium, Left Atrium, Right Ventricle, Left Ventricle
Name a part of the central nervous system
Brain, spinal chord
Name one of the 5 main types of tissues
Connective, Epithelial, Fluid, Muscle, Nerve
Given a typical livestock animal, please point out where the loin would be located.
Along the back (spine) behind the ribs.
What is the function of the reticulum?
Trap foreign material
This organ is responsible for helping to oxygenate blood cells
Lungs
What does the endocrine system do for the body?
Maintain homeostasis
Name a type of connective tissue
Bone, Cartilage, Ligaments, Tendons
Given a typical livestock animal, where would you find the hock at?
The hock is the back side of the knee on the back leg.
What is the function of the abomasum?
Acts like a true stomach
Name a part of the upper respiratory tract.
Mouth, Nose, Larynx, Pharynx, Trachea
Name a hormone producing gland
This holds two bones together at a joint
Ligament
Given a typical livestock animal, please showcase where you would find the pastern?
The pastern is the flex point in the ankle of the animal.
What is the function of the Omasum?
Water Absorption
Name a part of the lower respiratory tract, besides the lungs.
Bronchi, Alveoli, Bronchiole
What is a function of the renal system?
Filters waste from the body
This connects muscle to bone
Tendon
Given a typical animal, where would you find the dewclaw?
Above the wrist
What enzyme in the mouth begins the digestion process?
Salivary Amylase
Vein pump blood back to the heart, what pumps blood out of the heart?
Arteries
What are the cells that transmit information in the nervous system?
Neurons
Name one of the three types of muscle tissue
Cardiac, Smooth, Skeletal