Which Feature Characterizes Ruminants

Multiple Choice

Which feature characterizes ruminants?

A) The breakdown of cellulose by microorganisms in the colon
B) Periodic regurgitation of omasum contents for additional bouts of chewing and swallowing
C) Water absorption in the omasum concentrates the mixture of microorganisms and partially digested food
D) A large, two-chambered stomach
E) HCl secreted by the rumen kills the endosymbiotic microorganisms, which are subsequently digested