Here's a breakdown of the four compartments of the ruminant stomach:
* Rumen: The largest compartment, responsible for microbial fermentation of food.
* Reticulum: Has a honeycomb-like lining that traps larger food particles and helps move them back to the mouth for further chewing (rumination).
* Omasum: Contains many folds that further break down food and absorb water.
* Abomasum: The "true stomach" that secretes digestive enzymes and acids, similar to the human stomach.