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Goat Reproduction Nutrition and Management
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Goat Reproduction Nutrition and Management
Goat Reproduction Nutrition and Management
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1
Question
Where are purebreds of the same breeds usually mated?
Answer
Nucleus farms
2
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What offspring outcome is expected from purebreeding within the same breed?
Answer
Breeders produced for multiplier farms
3
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What is embryo transfer (ET) in caprine reproduction?
Answer
Transferring embryos from donor to recipient females after superovulation
4
Question
What storage condition is used for semen in the AI process described?
Answer
Liquid nitrogen at -196°C
5
Question
What are common semen extenders used for fresh semen in the material?
Answer
IVT extender and its buffer components
6
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What does the composition '2.00 g sodium citrate dehydrate, 0.21 g sodium bicarbonate' pertain to?
Answer
Semen extender buffer solution formulation
7
Question
What is a key feeding behavior of goats?
Answer
They are natural browsers rather than grazers
8
Question
How do goats’ feeding capabilities reflect their tongue and lips?
Answer
Mobile lips and prehensile tongue enable grazing on short grass
9
Question
What happens when goats encounter a single feed source for a long time?
Answer
They do not thrive; preference varies among individuals
10
Question
Which form of fermentation or storage is used for goat nutrition in the text?
Answer
Goats browse on diverse feeds including grasses, shrubs, leaves, and tree bark
11
Question
What type of flavor preference do goats have due to their taste sensitivity?
Answer
They prefer a wide variety of chemical compounds (broad taste preferences)
12
Question
How do goats compare to sheep or cattle in terms of plant species variety consumption?
Answer
Goats consume a wider range of plant species
13
Question
What is a common feeding behavior of goats regarding feed variety over time?
Answer
They are fastidious and do not thrive on a single feed long-term
14
Question
Do goats readily eat wet feeds such as grasses?
Answer
No, they hesitate to eat wet feeds, especially grasses
15
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Are goats willing to eat soiled feeds?
Answer
They would not eat soiled feeds
16
Question
What type of feed do goats shun, according to the text?
Answer
Dusty and finely ground feed
17
Question
What trait describes goats’ curiosity and foraging behavior?
Answer
They are inquisitive and may walk long distances in search for food
18
Question
Under what copyright clause are these materials reproduced for education?
Answer
Fair Use under Republic Act 8293 (Philippines)
19
Question
What are the six primary nutrients listed for goats?
Answer
Water, carbohydrates, proteins, fats, minerals, vitamins
20
Question
Why is water considered essential in goat nutrition?
Answer
Constituent of all tissues and organs; intake influenced by diet moisture content
21
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What forms the principal energy source for goats?
Answer
Carbohydrates (starch, hemicellulose, cellulose)
22
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Why might mature grasses be a poor energy source for goats?
Answer
They are highly lignified, reducing energy availability
23
Question
What happens when protein intake is low in goats?
Answer
Reduces microbial degradation of insoluble carbohydrates
24
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What role do fats play in goat nutrition besides providing energy?
Answer
They provide more energy per weight and enable fat-soluble vitamin absorption
25
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What is a main disadvantage of fats in goat feeds?
Answer
Susceptibility to oxidation and rancidity, making feeds unpalatable
26
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What are macro-minerals listed for goats?
Answer
Calcium, phosphorus, sodium, chlorine, magnesium, potassium, sulfur
27
Question
Name some micro-minerals important for goats.
Answer
Iron, copper, cobalt, manganese, iodine, zinc, selenium, molybdenum
28
Question
What is a key factor influencing mineral intake in goats?
Answer
Soil mineral availability in the plants they eat
29
Question
What calcium-related deficiency can occur in young goats?
Answer
Rickets (soft bones, bending, lameness)
30
Question
What calcium-related condition can occur in adult goats during pregnancy and lactation?
Answer
Osteomalacia and milk fever (hypocalcemia)