mother animal

refers to how well animals are able to cope with their living conditions

Outer covering of the a seed or fruit

first compartment of the stomach of a ruminant animal where food is collected and returned to the mouth

animal with a multi-compartment stomach

appearance of an animal

refers to the care, control and handling of animals

Mixture of food and drink available for an animal which provides nutrients

second compartment of the stomach of a ruminant animal; provides additional area for fermentation

largest gland in the body; stores vitamins, iron and glycogen

genes or genetic makeup of an animal

large areas of land such as pastures or ranges

Partially digested mass of food from the stomach which is forced into the small intestines

third compartment of a ruminant animal; acts as type of pump which moves food from the reticulorumen to the true stomach

process by which food is converted into substances which can be absorbed into the body

animals used for breeding purposes and intended to be parents

pens, enclosures or bars which confine animals to a relatively small area

hormone which regulates metabolic rate

fourth compartment of the stomach of a ruminant where digestion takes place

main source of energy; composed of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen

animals intended to be sent to market to produce consumer goods

consists of chains of amino acids

Glands which have no ducts and therefore release hormones into the interstitial spaces which surround the cells

process during which food is crushed or ground by the teeth

regulates metabolism and maintenance for normal growth and functioning