Multiple choice

How long does it take a sloth to digest food?

  1. 24 hours

  2. 2 days

  3. 2 weeks

  4. 1 year
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Sloths have the slowest digestion rate of any mammal, taking up to two weeks to fully digest a single meal of leaves. Their multi-chambered stomachs rely on specialized bacteria to slowly break down the tough cellulose in their diet.

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