topic 8 (pt 2) herbivore and carnivore comparison
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Mechanical digestion relying on grinding, rasping, cutting, shredding mouthparts
Herbivores
Rely on chemical digestion; easier to break down mechanically
Carnivore
Flat molars for grinding, strong jaw, dental pads instead of ruminants (upper teeth)
Herbivore
Sharp canine and carnassial teeth
Carnivore
Many complex, multi-chambered stomachs
Herbivore
Simple single chambered stomach
Carnivore
Highly acidic to digest proteins and kill bacteria
Digestive tract is shorter, no need for long digestive tract as herbivore
Enlarged caecum or colon for microbial fermentation in hindgut
Herbivore
Mid and hindgut generally shorter and simpler intestines
Carnivore
quick digestion of protein and fat
Long digestive tract - long intestines, specialised chambers, microbial symbiosis
Herbivore
Digestive tract short, simple tract suited to rapid digestion
Carnivore
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