The Alimentary Anatomy specimens make a progressive journey through the digestive system, from the mouth to the bowel. The emphasis is on the physiological functioning of the micro-anatomy so that viewers can develop a better understanding of how our digestive system works. All complex animals start out as a single cell which grows and divides many times. The early development in embryos of both mammals and birds look very similar, but as they develop, the characteristics unique to a particular class become visible. An interesting series of slides looking at bugs which harm, hurt or annoy us.
Some specimens are resin mounted, others are whole mounted.
Simple Life Forms From simple life forms to the more complex life systems, this platter shows the development of cells with special functions, providing specialised development in organisms. Specimens are a mixture of whole mounts, plastomounts and slides. This platter shows in clear detail some of the processes involved in today's sophisticated printing techniques. Electronics Civilisation is now very dependent upon the electronics technology. The Beauty of Opals Gems gained from the very bowels of the earth have intrigued mankind for many centuries and the dazzling iridescence of opals is shown in this fascinating platter.