Perch Dissection Safety Quiz

What is the first step you should take before starting a perch dissection?

• Lay out all the dissection tools.

• Review the dissection guide.

• Put on safety goggles and gloves.

• Make the first incision.

Which tool is not typically used during a perch dissection?

• Scalpel

• Scissors

• Forceps

• Hammer

What part of the perch should you examine first after making the initial incision?

• The gills

• The liver

• The heart

• The swim bladder

Why is it important to pin down the perch's fins during dissection?

• To prevent it from moving

• To spread the body for easier access to internal organs

• To avoid damaging the fins

• To measure the fins more accurately

What safety equipment is essential during a perch dissection?

• Earplugs

• Safety goggles

• Knee pads

• Dust mask

Which of the following is a primary reason for using a scalpel in perch dissection?

• To measure the organs

• To pin the perch down

• To make precise cuts

• To observe external features

What should you do if you accidentally cut yourself during the dissection?

• Continue the dissection

• Wash the wound with water only

• Notify the instructor and treat the wound

• Apply a bandage yourself

In which order should the internal organs be examined during the dissection of a perch?

• Random order

• From largest to smallest

• From least complex to most complex

• As they are encountered

What is the function of the swim bladder in a perch?

• To aid in digestion

• To control buoyancy

• To filter water

• To store nutrients

After completing the dissection, what is the proper way to dispose of the perch remains?

• Throw them in the trash

• Bury them

• Follow specific biohazard disposal guidelines

• Leave them on the dissection table