Frog Dissection Post-lab Assessment

Front

What is the gall bladder?

Back

The gall bladder is a small green sac located under the liver that stores bile, which helps in the digestion of fats.

Front

What is the largest internal organ in a frog?

Back

The largest internal organ in a frog is the liver.

Front

What are Vomerine teeth?

Back

Vomerine teeth are two knob-like backward slanting teeth located on the upper jaw of the frog, used for holding prey.

Front

What is the Tympanic membrane?

Back

The Tympanic membrane is the covering over the ear of the frog, functioning similarly to the eardrum in humans.

Front

What are Eustachian tubes?

Back

Eustachian tubes are tubes that lead from the throat to the inside of the tympanic membrane of the ear, helping to equalize pressure.

Front

What is the function of the liver in frogs?

Back

The liver in frogs is responsible for detoxifying chemicals, metabolizing drugs, and producing bile for digestion.

Front

What role do the Vomerine teeth play in a frog's diet?

Back

Vomerine teeth help frogs grasp and hold onto their prey, preventing escape.

Front

How does the Tympanic membrane assist frogs?

Back

The Tympanic membrane assists frogs by transmitting sound vibrations from the environment to the inner ear.

Front

What is the significance of the gall bladder in digestion?

Back

The gall bladder stores bile produced by the liver, which is released into the intestine to aid in the digestion of fats.

Front

What is the relationship between the Eustachian tubes and hearing?

Back

Eustachian tubes help maintain equal pressure on both sides of the Tympanic membrane, which is essential for proper hearing.