Biology 215 Labs: The Fetal Pig

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In this laboratory, you will investigate the functional anatomy of organs found in the abdominal cavity of mammals. Answer the questions below and in the "For further thought..." section to better prepare you for the laboratory session.

To detemine the age of your fetal pig, use this growth graph. Click the back button on your browser to return to this page.

Click on each of the following organs in the abdominal cavity: Gallbladder Liver Small Intestine Large Intestine Spleen Stomach

For further thought....

1. Which of the organs identified above has no direct function in the mammalian digestive system?

2. Which of the organs identified above would have the largest surface area to volume ratio?

3. Which of the organs identified above is used primarily for storage?