Vocabulary Term Details

Rumen

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rumen)

The rumen, also known as a paunch, forms the larger part of the reticulorumen, which is the first chamber in the alimentary canal of ruminant animals. It serves as the primary site for microbial fermentation of ingested feed. The smaller part of the reticulorumen is the reticulum, which is fully continuous with the rumen, but differs from it with regard to the texture of its lining. (Wikipedia)

Preferred Units: N/A

Scope Note:
N/A

Broader TermsNarrower TermsRelated Terms
Stomach
N/ARumen fluid

This term is used for the following terms: 
Paunch

Approved Date
27-Mar-2013

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