Practice mode Animal husbandry

Which enzyme allows ruminants to digest fibre?

Correct answer A. Enzyme cellulase

Explanation

Microbes in the rumen produce cellulase, which breaks the beta-glycosidic bonds of cellulose into sugars that are fermented into volatile fatty acids used by the animal.

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