The Importance of Water

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Which of the following is NOT considered an essential nutrient for proper growth in animals?

Proteins (correct)

Water

Fats

Carbohydrates

What is a balanced ration?

A diet that contains only simple carbohydrates

A diet that contains all the essential nutrients in excess

A diet that contains only water, carbohydrates, and fats

A diet that contains all the nutrients an animal needs and in the correct proportions (correct)

What can happen if an animal is deficient in essential nutrients?

Improved reproduction

Increased feed efficiency

Stunted growth and low production (correct)

Increased rate of gain

Which of the following is NOT a function of water in an animal's body?

Providing energy Signup and view all the answers

What is the main source of simple carbohydrates in an animal's diet?

Corn and wheat Signup and view all the answers

What is the main role of fiber in the digestive system of animals?

Increasing bacterial populations in the rumen Signup and view all the answers

Which two main functions does water serve in the body?

To regulate body temperature and to assist in transporting nutrients Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of an animal's diet should carbohydrates make up?

75 percent Signup and view all the answers

How much more energy do fats contain compared to carbohydrates?

2.25 times more energy Signup and view all the answers

What is the best energy source for most cells?

Carbohydrates Signup and view all the answers

Water is an essential ______ in animal production.

nutrient Signup and view all the answers

A balanced ______ contains all the nutrients an animal needs and in the correct proportions.

ration Signup and view all the answers

There are six classes of essential ______—water, carbohydrates, fats, proteins, minerals, and vitamins.

nutrients Signup and view all the answers

Carbohydrates should make up about ______ percent of an animal's diet

75 Signup and view all the answers

Simple carbohydrates are easily digested and are found in concentrates such as , , , , and __.

corn, wheat, oats, barley, sorghum Signup and view all the answers

Fiber is composed of plant cells and ______.

cellulose Signup and view all the answers

Four factors that may affect the nutritional requirements of animals are ______.

age, size, activity level, and reproductive status Signup and view all the answers

The six classes of essential nutrients are ______.

carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water Signup and view all the answers

Water makes up about ______ percentage of the weight of a mature animal.

60-70 percent Signup and view all the answers

The two main functions of water in the body are to regulate the animal’s body temperature and to assist in ______ nutrients.

transporting Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of feed?

Regulation of body temperature Signup and view all the answers

What is the main nutrient needed by animals for maintenance?

Carbohydrates Signup and view all the answers

Which nutrient is primarily required for growth in animals?

Protein Signup and view all the answers

What can happen if an animal lacks proper nutrition during gestation?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of an animal giving milk called?

Lactation Signup and view all the answers

What type of ration is needed for animals expected to conduct all types of work and activity?

Work ration Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of an animal's diet is typically allocated for maintenance?

50% Signup and view all the answers

Which nutrient is required in higher levels during lactation?

Calcium Signup and view all the answers

What is the increase in size of muscles, bones, and other body parts called?

Growth Signup and view all the answers

What are the two main functions of water in an animal's body?

Regulation of body temperature and nutrient transport Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a type of roughage?

Corn silage Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between legume roughages and nonlegume roughages?

Legume roughages can take nitrogen from the air, while nonlegume roughages cannot Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a high-energy concentrate?

Corn Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between high-energy concentrates and high-protein concentrates?

High-energy concentrates are higher in energy than high-protein concentrates Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between animal proteins and vegetable proteins?

Animal proteins come from animals or animal byproducts, while vegetable proteins come from plants Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between free access feeding and scheduled feeding?

Free access feeding allows animals to eat feed when they want, while scheduled feeding provides feed at certain times of the day Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a type of animal protein?

Meat scraps Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a type of vegetable protein?

Soybean meal Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of supplements in animal feed?

To increase protein content Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key component of successful and efficient reproduction?

Correct amount of the ration Signup and view all the answers