CHAPTER4 (TOPIC3-4)

Question 1

is the most essential but most often neglected nutrient.

Answer 1

Water

Question 2

The pig’s body weight constitutes __-__% of water.

Answer 2

70-80%

Question 3

pigs requires - liters of water for each kg. of feed consumed

Answer 3

3-5 liters

Question 4

is the major transportation medium for nutrients and metabolic wastes

Answer 4

Water

Question 5

3 water sources

Answer 5

drinking water
water contains in feed
metabolic water

Question 6

provide the largest source of energy in the pig’s diet. It includes simple sugars, starches and fibers.

Answer 6

Carbohydrates

Question 7

A maximum of _% CF is recommended for piglets and __%
CF for adult pigs

Answer 7

5%
12%

Question 8

xxprovide the most concentrated source of energy to the
body.

Answer 8

Fats

Question 9

It also contains vitamins (A, D, E, and K) while making feeds more palatable and less dusty.

Answer 9

Fats

Question 10

is essential for the growth and maintenance of organs and muscle tissues.

Answer 10

Protein

Question 11

are also essential in the formation of hormones, enzymes and antibodies.

Answer 11

Proteins

Question 12

-some amino acids can be synthesized out of other amino acids.

Answer 12

Non-essential Amino acids

Question 12

• there are 10 amino acids that cannot be synthesized in the pig’s body.

Answer 12

Essential amino acids

Question 12

Involved in muscle protein synthesis and growth hormone regulation.

Answer 12

Leucine

Question 13

Crucial for the formation of antibodies, hormones, and enzymes, and plays a role in calcium absorption and bone development

Answer 13

Lysine

Question 14

Important for protein synthesis and various physiological functions, including the synthesis of other amino acids.

Answer 14

Methionine

Question 15

Serves as a vital component of proteins and is a precursor for other amino acids and metabolites.

Answer 15

Phenylalanine

Question 15

Supports immune function, protein synthesis, and muscle development.

Answer 15

Threonine

Question 15

Involved in the production of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that regulates mood, sleep, and appetite, as well as vitamin B3.

Answer 15

Tryptophan

Question 15

Plays a role in hemoglobin formation, insulin synthesis, and oxygen transport.

Answer 15

Isoleucine

Question 16

Essential for muscle growth and immune function.

Answer 16

Valine

Question 16

Involved in enzymatic processes and the synthesis of red and white blood cells.

Answer 16

Histidine

Question 17

are very important in the normal functioning of the
body of the animal.

Answer 17

Vitamins

Question 18

are required in small quantities, they serve several essential functions in maintaining normal growth and reproduction.

Answer 18

Vitamins

Question 19

Types of vitamins

Answer 19

1. Fat soluble vitamins 2. Water soluble vitamins

Question 20

Crucial for tissue development, eyesight, and reproductive health

Answer 20

Vitamin A

Question 21

Essential for calcium and phosphorus metabolism, which are vital for bone and teeth development.

Answer 21

Vitamin D

Question 22

Functions as an antioxidant, protecting cells from damage and supporting immune function.

Answer 22

Vitamin E

Question 23

Plays a crucial role in blood clotting.

Answer 23

Vitamin K

Question 24

Involved in energy metabolism and cell function.

Answer 24

Riboflavin (B2)

Question 25

Important for energy production and metabolism.

Answer 25

Niacin (B3)

Question 26

Required for the synthesis of fatty acids and other essential compounds

Answer 26

Pantothenic Acid (B5)

Question 27

Involved in protein metabolism and nerve function.

Answer 27

Pyridoxine (B6)

Question 28

Plays a role in metabolism and cell growth.

Answer 28

Biotin (B7)

Question 29

Essential for nerve function and red blood cell production.

Answer 29

Vitamin B12

Question 30

Important for cell structure and function.

Answer 30

Choline

Question 31

Essential for cell growth and division.

Answer 31

Folic Acid

Question 32

– are feeds with low in fiber (<18% Crude fiber) and high in energy.

Answer 32

Basal or energy Feeds

Question 33

– are feeds low in fiber containing 20% or more crude protein.

Answer 33

Protein Feeds

Question 34

– These are either legume grains and oil residues from oil extraction.

Answer 34

Plant protein feeds

Question 35

– These are de rived from animal, poultry or marine sources.

Answer 35

Animal protein feeds

Question 36

– is fed to swine to supply them with carotene and other vitamins, proteins and mineral. These are freshly cut Grasses and offered to animals as fresh.

Answer 36

Soilage

Question 37

A feed processing to increase palatability or to remove toxic components.

Answer 37

Cooking

Question 38

A feed processing may be done in case of hardened grains before feeding to prevent molding and facilitate chewing of older animals.

Answer 38

Soaking

Question 38

A feed processing that reduces particle size of grains and increases its digestibility.

Answer 38

Grinding

Question 39

A feed processing that improves the physical nature of bulky feeds, increase feed density, improve feed intake avoid wastage and reduces storage space.

Answer 39

Pelleting

Question 40

– It lends itself to computer programming and most feed companies and larger operations now formulate on a computer

Answer 40

Computer formulation

Question 40

– Rations can be formulated by calculator.

Answer 40

Hand or Manual formulation

Question 41

This method considers only one major nutrient at a time.

Answer 41

Pearson square method

Question 42

A more difficult and time consuming in formulating ration

Answer 42

Trial and error method