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A Guide to the Principles of Animal Nutrition / Gita Cherian

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Corvallis, Oregon : Oregon State University, [2020]
Minneapolis, MN : Open Textbook Library
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©2020
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1 online resource
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Cherian, Gita and Open Textbook Library
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In English.
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Open Access Unrestricted online access
Contents
I. Introduction to Nutrition -- II. Gastrointestinal Tract, Digestive Organs, and Processes -- III. Carbohydrates, Structures and Types -- IV. Carbohydrates, Digestion and Absorption -- V. Carbohydrates, Metabolism -- VI. Lipids, Structure -- VII. Lipids, Digestion -- VIII. Lipids, Transport, Deposition, and Metabolism -- IX. Proteins -- X. Proteins, Digestion and Absorption -- XI. Proteins, Metabolism -- XII. Proteins and Amino Acids, Quality -- XIII. Vitamins -- XIV. Water-Soluble Vitamins (B and C) -- XV. Minerals -- XVI. Microminerals -- XVII. Bioenergetics -- XVIII. Water in Animal Nutrition -- XIX. Feed Additives -- XX. Measurement of Feed and Nutrient Utilization in Food-Producing Animals
Summary
Based on over 20 years of teaching experience in animal nutrition, this study guide will enhance learning basic food animal nutritional principles.In this introductory text, six fundamental nutrients, their structure, digestion, and metabolism are covered. A brief introduction to bioenergetics, feed additives, nutrient analysis, digestive organs and processes in monogastric and ruminant animals, and methods for assessing nutrient utilization are also included.Each chapter is illustrated with a new terms box, key points, and review questions.This study guide is an essential learning tool for undergraduate students majoring in animal sciences, veterinary medicine, or other related disciplines.
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