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Per NCERT, why do HERBIVORES (e.g. cows) have a LONGER small intestine than carnivores?
ANo real reason
BHerbivores need extra length to digest CELLULOSE in plant material; meat in carnivores is easier to digest
CHerbivores eat more food
DHerbivores are larger animals
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Herbivores need extra length to digest CELLULOSE in plant material; meat in carnivores is easier to digest
Per NCERT §5.2.4, longer small intestine in herbivores aids cellulose digestion. Tigers (carnivores) have shorter ones.
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