Anatomy & Physiology
the part of the body responsible for providing structure, support, and protection
The skeleton
The part of the body responsible for the chemical break down of feed
the stomach
A substance used by an organism to survive and grow
Nutrient
A young female chicken
pullet
The process by which animals are adapted (changed) for human use
Domestication
the part of the body responsible for preparing food for use by the body
digestive system
An animal with a multi-part stomach
Ruminant
Sugars and starches that act as the main source of energy in feed
Carbohydrates
An adult male bovine
Bull
A group of animals that are similar and pass down similar traits
breed
The term used to describe an animal's body structure
Anatomy
How many stomachs does a bovine have?
One (with four compartments)
The term used for what humans feed livestock
Feed
An adult female sheep
ewe
The process by which animals break down food for use by the body
Digestion
Chemical changes that keep the body alive
Metabolism
An animal with only one compartment stomach
Monogastric
Inorganic elements needed for body structure and metabolism
Minerals
Adult male goat
buck
The term used for animals that are raised for use or profit
Livestock
An egg
The process that breaks food down into smaller pieces
Physical digestion
Organic compounds needed in small amounts for bodily functions
Vitamins
A young horse (less than 1 year)
foal
A compound needed for the body to function
Protein