Animal Nutrition – MCQs

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman Shamil | Last updated: March 7, 2025

1. Which of the following is a macronutrient required by animals?

A) Iron
B) Zinc
C) Calcium
D) Vitamin B12

Answer: C) Calcium

2. Which vitamin is essential for blood clotting in animals?

A) Vitamin A
B) Vitamin D
C) Vitamin K
D) Vitamin C

Answer: C) Vitamin K

3. What is the primary source of energy in animal diets?

A) Proteins
B) Carbohydrates
C) Vitamins
D) Minerals

Answer: B) Carbohydrates

4. Which of the following is a ruminant animal?

A) Dog
B) Horse
C) Cow
D) Pig

Answer: C) Cow

5. Which mineral is crucial for hemoglobin formation in animals?

A) Sodium
B) Calcium
C) Iron
D) Phosphorus

Answer: C) Iron

6. What is the main function of lipids in animal nutrition?

A) Provide structural support
B) Supply energy
C) Act as enzymes
D) Aid in digestion

Answer: B) Supply energy

7. Which part of the digestive system is responsible for fermentation in ruminants?

A) Stomach
B) Small intestine
C) Rumen
D) Esophagus

Answer: C) Rumen

8. What is the primary function of dietary fiber in animals?

A) Provide energy
B) Improve digestion
C) Act as a protein source
D) Increase fat absorption

Answer: B) Improve digestion

9. Which vitamin deficiency causes rickets in animals?

A) Vitamin A
B) Vitamin D
C) Vitamin E
D) Vitamin C

Answer: B) Vitamin D

10. What is the main protein source in poultry feed?

A) Corn
B) Fish meal
C) Barley
D) Wheat

Answer: B) Fish meal