While the term "taxidermy" is often associated with the mounting and displaying of animals, it encompasses all the techniques used to preserve animal specimens, including those intended for dissection.
Here are some other terms you might encounter related to animal preservation:
* Preservation: This is a general term that refers to any method used to prevent decomposition.
* Fixation: This refers to the process of stabilizing tissues and preventing decay, usually involving chemicals like formaldehyde or alcohol.
* Embedding: This involves placing specimens in a supporting material, like wax or resin, for sectioning and examination.
* Skeletonization: This process involves removing all soft tissues from an animal, leaving only the bones.
The specific techniques used to preserve an animal for dissection depend on the size, type, and intended use of the specimen.
