Anatomy

Study of the structure and organization of living organisms.

Practical Applications

Dissection and Hands-On Learning

Learning by Doing: Dissection

Dissection is the practice of carefully cutting open organisms to see how their bodies are put together. It's a powerful way to learn anatomy!

What Can You Learn?

  • How organs are connected
  • What real tissues look and feel like
  • The size, shape, and color of different body parts

Is It Only for Doctors?

No! Students in biology classes often dissect plants, frogs, or other animals to understand anatomy. Virtual dissection tools are available too.

Why Is This Important?

Seeing real structures helps make the lessons memorable and meaningful.

Examples

  • A student dissects a frog to observe the heart, liver, and digestive system.

  • Virtual dissection apps let you explore the human body on a computer.