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Vivisection

vivisection

(Science: physiology, procedure) To dissect a live animal, this is done to observe functioning body systems (such as to observe the effects of certain stimulants or depressants on a beating heart). The animal is rendered unconscious before the vivisection is done.


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I agree; vivisection is bit too cruel for my tastes, as well.

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by alextemplet
Thu Jan 10, 2008 10:20 pm
 
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