Nutrients & Rations

2. organic compounds that help regulate body functions. dsignated by letters A, B, D, E, K
6. animals that eat animal based diet
7. most important nutrient. Helps dissolve other nutrients and carry them to parts of the body.
9. means taste. Molasses may be added to improve taste
11. feeds contain less fiber
13. specific nutrient included for a purpose
14. type of ration that fattens animal
17. animals that eat plant based diets
18. type of ration for working animals
19. inorganic materials that helps in growth of bones, teeth and body tissue. Helps regulate body processes
20. animals that eat plant and animal items in diet
21. type of ration for animals producing milk, eggs, wool, etc

1. total amount and kind of feed an animal is given in 24 hours
3. food necessary for health and growth
4. type of ration that reaches basic nutrient requirements for animals
5. type of ration for animals increasing in size (young to old)
8. 2 to 2.25 times the energy of carbohydrates. Unused carbs stored as fats
10. made up of amino acids. Supply material to build body tissues such as muscles, skin and hair. Animal meal or soybean meal
12. primary source of energy. made of sugars and starches. Corn, wheat,oats
15. feeds contain higher fiber
16. type of ration for animals that are pregnant or lactating