LIFE SCIENCE

Detailed explanation-1: -The ruminant stomach has four compartments: rumen, reticulum, omasum, and abomasum. The abomasum is the true stomach where the cow’s own enzymes and acids break down the ingested feed.

Detailed explanation-2: -The abomasum produces hydrochloric acid and digestive enzymes, such as pepsin (breaks down proteins), and receives digestive enzymes secreted from the pancreas, such as pancreatic lipase (breaks down fats). These secretions help prepare proteins for absorption in the intestines.

Detailed explanation-3: -The abomasum, also known as the maw, rennet-bag, or reed tripe, is the fourth and final stomach compartment in ruminants. It secretes rennet, which is used in cheese creation.