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altibaby

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on: Jul 21, 2018
Why does bloat occur in ruminants?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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What is a buffer in feed?
 
  What will be an ideal response?


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firehawk60

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Reply #1 on: Jul 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

When eating certain feeds, foaming may occur or a slime layer may build up in the rumen, preventing
the gases from escaping. This causes a swelling in the midsection.



Answer to Question 2

Buffers are added to feed to preserve a pH of 6.5 to 6.8 in the rumen.


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Wow, this really help

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