Module 1 - Intro to Animal Sciences Review Flashcards
Define Animal Sciences
Identify and describe the animal species Animal Sciences focuses on
Which species are considered livestock? What makes them livestock?
What are some of the disciplines (areas of study) within Animal Sciences?
What types of problems do they try to solve, or questions do they try to answer?
Discuss the role of Animal Sciences and the animal industries play in human lives and society - historically, currently, and in the future.
Does (or can) animal source foods have a role in balanced diet? Why or why not?
List animal sourced foods.
How might demand for ASF change over time?
List edible and non-edible by-products of animals.
What is childhood stunting and why is it a concern, even to individuals not directly impacted by stunting and/or countries when it is not a large issue?
Where is childhood stunting most likely to occur globally?
African and Asian countries
Why do these areas generally have more issues related to childhood stunting and hunger than other parts of the world?
How is childhood stunting and Animal Sciences related?
How is land use and ASF related?
Identify the global leaders in livestock production.
How does culture impact production and consumption in areas around the world?
Is Florida a major player in Animal Sciences? Explain.
Describe the Land Grant education system and its impact on Animal Sciences, students, and citizens.
What are the three legs or missions of the land grant university?
What acts helped establish the land grant system and these missions?
Why was the land grant system established? What purpose does it serve compared to other universities and higher education institutions?
Identify careers related to Animal Sciences as well as transferable skills and information available throughout the discipline.
Think broadly about careers and their relationship to Animal Sciences.
How might Animal Sciences have impacts or influence careers outside of the industry?
