overview of the evolution of the frog’s origin, domestication,
and taxonomy

12 1 Please watch this live demonstration of a mouse dissection in order to prepare for lab class: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Y8Ysek4Vac Pre-lab Questions: Give a concise overview of the evolution of the Frog, (Origin, domestication, etc.) 1. Include the Taxonomy a. General information about the species a. Reproduction cycle (Gestation period, breeding season, etc.) b. Average lifespan C. Prominent Diseases d. Natural habitat e. Diet f. Usage in the scientific community While preparing for the lab and doing the lab: 1. Think about the importance of the frog as a model organism 2. Take pictures and notes during the dissection to include in your lab 2. 3. 3. Note anything of interest that you learned while doing the dissection. Post lab Questions: 1. Explain the function of EVERY specialized organ or structure that is seen in the frog but not mammals. Compare and contrast any specialization of systems in frog to the human. 2 Any prominent physiology that differs from other species? Why/how is it useful?