Rumen undegradable protein is best described as protein that:
Correct answer: C. Escapes rumen breakdown and is digested later
- A. Is digested only in the rumen
- B. Cannot be digested by the animal
- C. Escapes rumen breakdown and is digested later
- D. Is synthesized only by rumen protozoa
Explanation
Rumen undegradable protein passes through the rumen without extensive microbial degradation and is digested mainly in the abomasum and small intestine. It is also called bypass or escape protein.
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