Biological Science (6th Edition)

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 0321976495
ISBN 13: 978-0-32197-649-9

Chapter 41 - Animal Nutrition - Review - Page 872: 3

Answer

B

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Symbiotic bacteria and protists live in the cecum area of the large intestine. These organisms produce cellulase, which breaks down the cellulose that mammals such as the rabbit cannot digest. The mutualistic relationship between mammals and cellulase-possessing bacteria allows for rabbits, elephants and horses to consume grass and other plants.
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