Harold J.

Catadman May 21, 2023

BSED SCIENCE 3

Narrative Essay about

Pig Dissection

At the beginning of the dissection, my classmates and I observed the outer

structures of the pig, such as the skin and the hair. We also witnessed the
muscles and bones of the animal, wondering at how similar they were to our
own human anatomy. The instructor was eager to explain every aspect of the
dissection in detail, pointing out how the pig's muscles provided the movement
it required to move and explore its environment.
As the dissection continued, the instructor seriously cut open the thoracic
region of the pig, revealing its heart and lung structure. We were all surprised to
learn how the pig's heart and lungs were alike in both their function and their
structure compared to ours as humans. We learned that both animals shared
four-chambered hearts, and the pig's lungs were very similar, allowing air to
flow into tiny air sacs called alveoli.
The pig's digestive system took center stage after the thoracic region was
explored. As the stomach and small intestine were pulled out, we all gasped in
amazement as the intestines stretched over the entire table. It was fascinating to
see how the different parts of the pig’s digestive system worked together to
process food, and we were able to identify parts of the system that were similar
to our own, such as the liver and pancreas.
As the dissection drew to a close, we reflected on what we had learned. Our
instructor had shown us that understanding the inner workings of the pig's body
was essential in understanding our own physiology. We were able to identify
similarities between the pig and human organs and were left with a greater
appreciation for the complexity of the animal kingdom.
In conclusion, the pig dissection was an educational and eye-opening
experience for all of us. It was amazing to see the similarities between the pig's
anatomy and our own and how every part of the pig’s body was interconnected
and necessary. Witnessing the dissection helped us understand the inner
workings of the animal kingdom, and I am grateful for this opportunity to learn
and grow as a college student.