THE INNER ORGANS OF THE HORSE

Some of the inner anatomy of the Horse from Encarta Online.

"Pictured here are some of the characteristic external and internal structures of a horse. A horse's efficient heart and lungs enable the animal to run long distances at high speeds. The cecum, a specialized compartment of the digestive system, contains microorganisms that help the horse digest grasses and other plant material."

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