Question

Which of the following is responsible for partial digestion in the mouth of ruminants?

• A. High intake of cellulose
• B. High intake of lactose
• C. High intake of glucose
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A High intake of cellulose

Ruminants eat plant materials that contain cellulose. High intake of cellulose is responsible for partial digestion in the mouth. This partial digestion of cellulose is called cud. It is digested partially in the mouth by the process of regurgitation.

So the correct answer is 'High intake of cellulose'.