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What does the term 'Superior' refer to?
What does the term 'Superior' refer to?
- Farther from the origin of a body part
- Away from the midline of the body
- Toward the head end or upper part of the body (correct)
- Closer to the origin of the body part
What does the term 'Inferior' mean?
What does the term 'Inferior' mean?
- Away from the back of the body
- Toward the body surface
- Toward or at the midline of the body
- Away from the head end or lower part of the body (correct)
What does 'Anterior' refer to?
What does 'Anterior' refer to?
- Toward or at the front of the body (correct)
- Farther from the origin of a body part
- Between a more medial and a more lateral structure
- Toward or at the back of the body
What does the term 'Posterior' mean?
What does the term 'Posterior' mean?
What does 'Medial' refer to?
What does 'Medial' refer to?
What does 'Lateral' mean?
What does 'Lateral' mean?
What does the term 'Intermediate' refer to?
What does the term 'Intermediate' refer to?
What does 'Proximal' mean?
What does 'Proximal' mean?
What is meant by the term 'Distal'?
What is meant by the term 'Distal'?
What does 'Superficial' mean?
What does 'Superficial' mean?
What does 'Deep' refer to?
What does 'Deep' refer to?
What is the 'Median Plane'?
What is the 'Median Plane'?
What is the 'Frontal Plane'?
What is the 'Frontal Plane'?
What is the 'Transverse Plane'?
What is the 'Transverse Plane'?
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Superior
Superior
Toward the head end or upper part of the body
Inferior
Inferior
Away from the head end or lower part of the body
Anterior
Anterior
Toward or at the front of the body
Posterior
Posterior
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Medial
Medial
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Lateral
Lateral
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Intermediate
Intermediate
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Proximal
Proximal
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Distal
Distal
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Superficial
Superficial
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Deep
Deep
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Median Plane
Median Plane
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Frontal Plane
Frontal Plane
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Transverse Plane
Transverse Plane
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Study Notes
Anatomical Directions
- Superior: Refers to a position that is toward the head or upper part of the body.
- Inferior: Indicates a position away from the head or lower part of the body.
- Anterior (ventral): Denotes a location toward the front of the body.
- Posterior (dorsal): Signifies a position toward the back of the body.
- Medial: Describes a position that is toward or at the midline of the body.
- Lateral: Refers to a position that is away from the midline of the body.
- Intermediate: Indicates a position located between a more medial and a more lateral structure.
- Proximal: Describes a position that is closer to the origin of a body part.
- Distal: Indicates a position that is farther from the origin of a body part.
- Superficial (external): Refers to a position toward or at the surface of the body.
- Deep (internal): Describes a position that is away from the body surface and more internal.
Anatomical Planes
- Median Plane: A vertical plane that divides the body into right and left halves.
- Frontal Plane: A vertical plane that divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) sections.
- Transverse Plane: A horizontal plane that divides the body into upper (superior) and lower (inferior) parts.
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Test your knowledge of anatomical terms with these flashcards. Each card features a key term related to body directions, planes, or sections, along with its definition. Perfect for students in anatomy or related fields looking to reinforce their understanding.
