What can we learn from dissecting a frog?What can we learn from dissecting a frog?
Many of the body systems of humans and frogs are Many of the body systems of humans and frogs are
similar.similar.
We can compare frog and human anatomy to gain We can compare frog and human anatomy to gain
a better understanding of human body systems.a better understanding of human body systems.
Dorsal View of a frogDorsal View of a frog
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Safety PrecautionsSafety Precautions
Tools for dissections are sharp; you must use Tools for dissections are sharp; you must use
them carefully.them carefully.
Always wear gloves when touching the frog or Always wear gloves when touching the frog or
things that have touched the frogs.things that have touched the frogs.
Everyone must wear goggles during this lab.Everyone must wear goggles during this lab.
Please use care when handling the frogs. We are Please use care when handling the frogs. We are
using them to using them to learn.learn.
You must You must follow the directions carefullyfollow the directions carefully!!