In this article we will discuss about the dissection of giant African land snail. Also learn about:- 1. Dissection of Alimentary System 2. Dissection of Nervous System 3. Dissection of Reproductive System. Killing: Achatina is a land snail (Fig. 11.1). The only successful method of killing it in stretched condition is by prolonged drowning. About 24 hours time is required [...]
In this article we will discuss about the dissection of leech. Also learn about:- 1. The Alimentary System 2. Dissection of Nervous System. Killing: Quite a few methods, all equally good, are used for killing leeches. Wash the specimens with clear water and place them in a container partly filled with water. Add slowly a small amount of 90% alcohol [...]
In this article we will discuss about the killing and dissection of silk worm larva. The silkworm larvae are easily collected from the farmers rearing silk worms or silk worm rearing centre. The 5th instar larva is suitable for dissection. Killing: The larva is immobilised with a few drops of 50% alcohol squeezed out on it from a piece of [...]