3 Questions
Which of the following animals tends to consume the most water in their feces?
Cattle
What is the primary purpose of water in animals?
To transport nutrients and waste products
How do animals that produce fecal pellets conserve body water?
By resorbing water in their large intestine
Study Notes
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Water is essential for both animal growth and excretion.
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Water is a medium for transporting nutrients and waste products.
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Water regulates the body's temperature and helps to digest food.
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Different animals vary in how much water they consume.
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Cattle, for example, tend to consume a lot of water in their feces.
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Sheep and other animals that produce fecal pellets tend to conserve body water.
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By resorbing water in their large intestine, these animals produce feces that are drier than those of animals that don't resorb water.
Explore the importance of water for animal growth, excretion, nutrient transportation, and temperature regulation. Learn about the varying water consumption patterns in different animals, such as cattle and sheep, and how it affects feces production.
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