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Feed Stuffs
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Individual feed components that an animal will consume (ex: corn, oats, minerals, vitamins)
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Feed
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A single feedstuff (ex.hay) or a mixture of feedstuff (hay and grains) fed to animals to maintain them.
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Diet
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: mix of feedstuffs and water which is consumed
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Gut
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the digestive tract or gastrointestinal tract (GI tract)
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Gut Fill
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a term designating the fullness of the digestive tract of an animal.
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Ration
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amount of feed supplied to an animal. How much feed an animal is allowed to consume in 24 hours. Feed fed regardless of time consumption.
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Nutrients
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Carbohydrates, Water, Protein, Vitamins, Minerals, Fats
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Purpose of Nutrients
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Maintenance
Production Reproduction |
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Maintenance
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Animals need nutrients to keep their bodies working properly and performing life functions.
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Life Processes Related to Maintenance
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Body temperature regulation, vital body processes and movement, repair of damaged cells and tissues
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