Rat Dissection Practice

Front

What is the function of the diaphragm in the rat's body?

Back

The diaphragm is a muscle that separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity and plays a crucial role in respiration by contracting and relaxing to allow air to enter and exit the lungs.

Front

Identify the organ responsible for filtering blood and producing urine in rats.

Back

Kidney

Front

What is the primary function of the lungs in rats?

Back

The lungs are responsible for gas exchange, allowing oxygen to enter the bloodstream and carbon dioxide to be expelled.

Front

What organ is involved in the digestion and absorption of nutrients in rats?

Back

Small intestine

Front

What is the role of the liver in the rat's body?

Back

The liver processes nutrients from the digestive tract, detoxifies harmful substances, and produces bile to aid in digestion.

Front

What is the function of the cecum in the rat's digestive system?

Back

The cecum is involved in the fermentation of plant materials and the absorption of nutrients, particularly in herbivorous rats.

Front

Identify the organ that stores bile produced by the liver in rats.

Back

Gallbladder

Front

What is the role of the stomach in the rat's digestive process?

Back

The stomach is responsible for breaking down food through mechanical and chemical means, preparing it for further digestion in the small intestine.

Front

What structure connects the throat to the lungs in rats?

Back

Trachea

Front

What is the primary function of the spleen in the rat's body?

Back

The spleen filters blood, removes old or damaged red blood cells, and plays a role in the immune response.