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rumen—The first compartment of a cow’s

stomach, where stomach juices start to soften

food.

ruminants—Animals that chew cud.

silage—Specially stored and preserved corn
and grass that are used for animal feed.

species—A distinct group of animals that

can reproduce together.

standardized—Cleaned and blended milk.

teats—The protuberances of the udder

through which milk is drawn.

udder—A hanging sack in which milk is
made and stored.

viruses—Infectious agents that can grow and
multiply in living cells and cause disease.

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