As a part of studying about the cardiovascular system, grade 9 students had a pig’s heart dissection lab session working in pairs. First, they explored the external parts of the heart and learned how to differentiate the right from the left side of the heart along with finding some structures from the outside. Then, they were given instructions to explore and locate the internal structures of the heart from chambers, valves, vessels and tendinous chords. After labelling the main parts what they could see, they were given a little time of free investigation. Students took photos during the session to be used for their lab report which they will need to submit.

Written by: Harout Parseghian

29. Nov. 2024.