This document is a lab assignment guide and accompanying questions for BIO 211: Anatomy and Physiology for Bio Majors II at Grand Canyon University. It outlines the procedures for a heart dissection activity completed in pairs. This assignment is intended for students enrolled in the course who need hands-on experience identifying the anatomical structures of the heart.
This lab is a key component of understanding cardiovascular anatomy, providing a practical application of concepts learned in lecture. It’s used to reinforce the relationship between structure and function within the circulatory system.
This document does *not* provide a comprehensive explanation of cardiovascular physiology or detailed background information on heart function. Students will still need to rely on their textbook, lecture notes, and instructor guidance to fully understand the concepts.
The full assignment includes: detailed instructions for external and internal heart dissection, a list of specific anatomical structures to identify (including layers of the pericardium, valves, and major vessels), a diagram for blood flow mapping, and questions to assess understanding of the heart’s anatomy and function. This preview only provides an overview of the assignment’s scope and purpose.