ANSC 1000
The following review questions are intended to point out
out and help you understand some of the major points in
the recommended reading material in Scientific Farm Animal
Production (8th Ed.) by R. E. Taylor and T. G. Field.
CHAPTER 11: Artificial Insemination, Estrous
Synchronization, and Embryo Transfer
11-1. What is the primary advantage of A.I.?
How many units of semen can be obtained per ejaculate
to used in A.I.?
11-2. How is semen collected?
Name the device used.
What is used to cause ejaculation to occur?
How often can a bull be collected?
What is done after the semen is collected?
11-3. What is the BEST sign of estrus? What are other signs
of estrus?
11-4. When should cows be inseminated? Why is timing
important?
11-5. What is the extent of A.I. use in the livestock and
poultry industries?
11-6. Explain the biology of how prostaglandin synchronizes
the estrous cycles of cows?
11-7. What is the primary advantage of embryo transfer?
11-8. Define the following:
Superovulation
Donor
Recipient
11-9. Describe the process of embryo transfer.
11-10. Can embryos be frozen?
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