<P> The fluid contents of the reticulum play a role in particle separation . This is true both in domestic and wild ruminants . The separation takes place through biphasic contractions . In the first contraction there is sending large particles back into the rumen while the reticulo - omasal orifice allows the passage of finer particles . In the second contraction the reticulum contracts completely so the empty reticulum can refill with contents from the rumen . These contents are then sorted in the next biphasic contraction . The contractions occur in regular intervals . High density particles may settle into the honeycomb structures and can be found after death . It is during the contractions of the reticulum that sharp objects can penetrate the wall and make their way to the heart . Some ruminants , such as goats , also have monophasic contractions in addition to the biphasic contractions . </P>
<P> The fluid contents of the reticulum play a role in particle separation . This is true both in domestic and wild ruminants . The separation takes place through biphasic contractions . In the first contraction there is sending large particles back into the rumen while the reticulo - omasal orifice allows the passage of finer particles . In the second contraction the reticulum contracts completely so the empty reticulum can refill with contents from the rumen . These contents are then sorted in the next biphasic contraction . The contractions occur in regular intervals . High density particles may settle into the honeycomb structures and can be found after death . It is during the contractions of the reticulum that sharp objects can penetrate the wall and make their way to the heart . Some ruminants , such as goats , also have monophasic contractions in addition to the biphasic contractions . </P>
what does the reticulum do in the digestive system
what does the reticulum do in the digestive system
a role in particle separation
a role in particle separation