Compare the digestive systems of cattle (in this instance a cow), horses, and humans using following figure, as well as Figure 41.19 and 41.9 in your text.

a. How does the structure of the stomach in these three organisms differ?

b. Examine the following figure. Note the significant difference in the relative capacity of the stomach when comparing a horse with a cow. What do you think this indicates about the location of digestion in both animals?

c. How do you think the relative capacities of the stomach, small intestine, and large intestine would differ in humans as compared to horses and cows?

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Large intestine (46%) Rectum - Stomach (9%) Cecum Small intestine (28%) (17%)