Is it permissible to dissect a snail, mouse, or frog at school for educational purposes?
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It is permissible to dissect animals for educational purposes, due to the benefit therein for science, provided that it is limited to what is necessary, and care is taken to use the easiest methods to alleviate the animal's pain.
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