As feedstuffs enter the rumen, most protein is hydrolyzed to amino acids which are degraded to ammonia and energy. The maximum output by microbes to re-synthesize amino acids and form microbial proteins depends on:

The rumen microbial organisms include bacteria, protozoa and fungi. The bacteria:  

An aliphatic compound refers to a compound containing carbon and hydrogen joined together in straight chains, branched chains, or non-aromatic rings 

Only 2 fatty acids are designated as essential, both have the same number of carbon atoms.    What is the unique structural property that makes these 2 fatty acids essential?

As feedstuffs enter the rumen, most protein is hydrolyzed to amino acids which are degraded to ammonia and energy. The maximum output by microbes to re-synthesize amino acids and form microbial proteins depends on:

Which of the following best describes a positive energy balance in an animal?

Matching (0.5 point each, 4 points total): (note: Not all terms will be used. Terms can be used multiple times)

The ability to dissipate the heat generated during metabolism is best defined by 

Which of the following best describes a positive energy balance in an animal?

Matching (0.5 point each, 4 points total): (note: Not all terms will be used. Terms can be used multiple times)