Nutrient recovery by the small and large intestine of fowl
Published: July 24, 2007
Summary
The small intestine employs the bird’s own enzymes to effect digestion then rapidly captures resulting nutrients at its expansive surface. Small intestinal recovery is heavily dependent on convection driven by motility to minimize microbial use. Conversely, the large intestine subsequently employs an extensive symbiotic microbial population to finalize nutrient recovery before voiding waste. Mo...
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26 de noviembre de 2007
It is taught generally about natural enzymes in the body. What about exotic enzymes given in feed, which is common now? Is there any relationship for exotic enzymes and convection and absorption?
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