| http://www.w3.org/ns/prov#value | - However, absorption of most nutrients for metabolic purposes does not occur in the rumen but takes place further along in the alimentary tract, principally in the abomasum and intestines. ingested food is typically retained in the rumen for from about 12-30 hours during which time it is subject to digestive breakdown by the microorganisms and by the rumen fluid.
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