The Edinburgh Companion to Animal Studies (Edinburgh Companions to Literature)

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Chapter-end summaries and questions allow students to recap and test their knowledge of the chapter topic. With no hard pills or tablets to swallow, it couldn’t be easier to use. This classic, market-leading text is a trusted resource for undergraduates studying Animal Science, Veterinary Science, Agriculture, Biology and Biochemistry. Max 25 drops. Under nutrient requirements of animals, usage of novel foods such as insects has also been added. The latest edition of Animal Nutrition has been updated thoroughly to provide a clear and comprehensive introduction to the science and practice of animal nutrition. It is supported by key experimental evidence throughout about modern advancements in animal food nourishment, composition of foods and feeding standards for dairy and beef cattle, sheep, pigs and poultry, horses, and cats and dogs. It is not suitable for pregnant or lactating animals. It is split into six main sections covering: The components of food; The digestion and metabolism of nutrients; Quantifying the nutrient content of foods: digestibility, energy and protein values; The nutrient requirements of animals; The nutritional characteristics of foods; and Animal products and human nutrition.