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Basic Animal Science
Term | Definition |
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reproduction | process of giving rise to offspring; required for species to survive |
Artificial Insemination | introduction of semen into the uterus or oviduct by non-natural means; referred to as AI |
Gestation | pregnancy |
Conception | process of becoming pregnant involving fertilization |
Colostrum | milk secreted for a few days after parturition and characterized by high protein and antibody content |
Bos Indicus | beef cattle with brahman influence |
Bos Taurus | beef cattle known as European |
Ruminant | animals with a four-compartment stomach |
Byproduct | product remaining after the animal carcass has been processed |
Gelding | castrated male horse |
Lanolin | wool grease especially when refined for use in ointments and cosmetics |
Doe | female goat |
Buck | male goat |