OBJECTIVE LIFE SCIENCE
ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Which region of the ruminant stomach is considered the “true stomach” because it contains digestive enzymes?
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rumen
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reticulum
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omasum
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abomasum
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Explanation:
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 These glands release hydrochloric acid and digestive enzymes, needed to breakdown feeds. The abomasum is similar to a nonruminant stomach.
Detailed explanation-3: -Option B: Abomasum is the only chamber that contains different enzymes, their glands, acids required for digestion in the cow, Hence it is known as the True stomach, Therefore, this is the correct option.
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