Understanding the Poultry Digestive System

Questions

1. Name the parts Q, R, and S.
2. State the functions of the parts labeled Q and R.
3. Give two characteristics of the part labeled S that make it effective in its function.

Answers

• Q – Crop
• R – Proventriculus
• S – Gizzard

• Q – Stores and moistens food.
• R – Production of enzymes pepsin/mixing the food with enzymes pepsin.

Walls are aligned with muscles that are able to rotate.

Contains grit or small sand stones that aid in crushing or grinding of food particles.