
Dissection
Scientific Procedure
Refers to precise scientific practices, often involving biology or anatomy.
The dissection of the specimen was crucial for the research.
Educational Tool
Used in schools to provide hands-on learning about living organisms.
Dissection helped us see how the organs fit together.
Not Always Literal
Sometimes used metaphorically to describe a detailed examination of non-living things.
The mechanic's dissection of the engine revealed the problem.