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What is dissection? For some the procedure has solved some of the mysteries of life, for others it was simply disgusting and cruel. (N.Y. Times) But by definition, dissection is the observing or cutting into a dead animal for the purposes of learning anatomy or physiology. (Myth vs. Reality…) There are also many other questions that students and others may have about dissection. There are many arguments as to whether it is necessary for …

…students using alternatives performed as well, if not better than students using specimens. (Myth vs. Reality…) In closing, if a student feels that he or she cannot perform the dissection, at no expense to their grade an alternative must be presented by the instructor. Though many have proved it necessary, other have proved that it is inhumane and the student can learn just as well from an alternative at a cheaper cost to the school.