Virtual pig dissection game

In this laboratory, you will examine those features that represent mammalian anatomy and modifications characterizing the mammalian embryo.

Virtual Pig Dissection:

As you go through the lab, the scientific method will be your guide to the process. Click here for more information about the scientific method.

Introduction: The anatomy of a fetal pig is remarkably similar to the anatomy of most mammals, including humans. In this laboratory, you will carry out the virtual dissection of a fetal pig. As you examine each anatomical structure, try to memorize its name, appearance, and location. Also try to relate each structure to its function in the mammal body.

Anatomical terms used in this lab:

left: the pig’s left side

right: the pig’s right side

dorsal: towards the back

ventral: towards the belly

anterior: towards the head

posterior: towards the tail

lateral: towards the side

STRUCTURES TO BE IDENTIFIED IN FETAL PIG LAB:

External anatomy Respiratory system Excretory system
external nares larynx renal artery
dorsal rooter epiglottis renal vein
pinna (plural=pinnae) trachea ureter
thorax lungs urinary bladder
abdomen pleura urethra
umbilical cord diaphragm
urogenital opening thoracic cavity
scrotum (males)
genital papilla (females)
anus
Digestive system Circulatory system Male reproductive system
tongue heart testes
glands pericardium vas deferens
hard palate atria urethra
soft palate ventricles bulbourethral gland
epiglottis coronary artery penis
thyroid coronary vein
thymus anterior vena cava Female reproductive system
esophagus posterior vena cava ovary
stomach pulmonary artery uterine horns
duodenum aorta uterus
small intestine subclavian artery vagina
caecum subclavian vein
large intestine carotid artery
rectum jugular vein
pancreas umbilical arteries
liver umbilical vein
gall bladder spleen
peritoneum
mesentery