Which compartment of the ruminant stomach is the principal site of microbial fermentation?
Correct answer: B. Rumen
- A. Reticulum
- B. Rumen
- C. Omasum
- D. Abomasum
Explanation
The rumen contains microorganisms that ferment plant carbohydrates and produce volatile fatty acids. The abomasum is the glandular stomach, so it is often confused with the main digestive compartment.
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