Also called a dissecting needle. This is a long, 6” needle inserted into a small, wooden handle. Used to tease and separate specimens, pin body parts, and explore dissected animals.

What are dissecting tools used for?

They are used to cut skin and tissues. Keep the blades at a shallow angle when cutting into an organism to prevent damage to internal structures.

What does a dissecting pins do in science?

Pins are used to hold structures in place or mark certain parts of the body. They are like needles, but smaller, and they can be left in the dissection while you move on to the next steps. Pins are usually made entirely out of metal with flat heads and pointy bottoms that stick into the dissection pad.