Multiple choice

How do ruminants digest cellulose?

  1. With the help of bacteria in the large intestine.

  2. With the help of bacteria present in small intestine.

  3. With the help of bacteria in caecum.

  4. With the help of juices in stomach.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Yes, it is correct. Large sac between large intestine and small intestine is called caecum. The cellulose of the food is digested here by the action of certain bacteria which are present in ruminants.

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